Ellen Ochoa Middle vs William Wirt Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellen Ochoa Middle
Hyattsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,086 students
William Wirt Middle
Riverdale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,124 students
| Measure | Ellen Ochoa Middle Hyattsville, Maryland | William Wirt Middle Riverdale, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #220 of 225 | #219 of 225 |
| National rank | #15006 of 15,369 | #14952 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,086 | 1,124 |
| Enrollment | 1,086 | 1,124 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.3% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24% |
| Math proficiency | – | 8% |
| city | Hyattsville | Riverdale |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.0 vs 11.6).
- •William Wirt Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.5% vs 97.3%).
- •William Wirt Middle does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 20.1).
- •William Wirt Middle is the larger school with 1,124 students compared with 1,086.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ellen Ochoa Middle better than William Wirt Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ellen Ochoa Middle and William Wirt Middle?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Hyattsville and Riverdale in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellen Ochoa Middle: 1,086. William Wirt Middle: 1,124. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellen Ochoa Middle and William Wirt Middle rank in Maryland?
Ellen Ochoa Middle is 220th of 225 and William Wirt Middle is 219th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).