Fifth District Elementary vs North Carroll Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 8.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fifth District Elementary
Upperco · Public elementary · Grades K–5
262 students
North Carroll Middle
Hampstead · Public middle · Grades 6–8
626 students
| Measure | Fifth District Elementary Upperco, Maryland | North Carroll Middle Hampstead, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #41 of 879 | #68 of 225 |
| National rank | #3271 of 50,301 | #5122 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 262 | 626 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 626 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.6% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 42% |
| city | Upperco | Hampstead |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fifth District Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 61.6).
- •Fifth District Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •Fifth District Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 59%).
- •Fifth District Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.6% vs 30%).
- •North Carroll Middle does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.4).
- •North Carroll Middle is the larger school with 626 students compared with 262.
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 Fifth District Elementary better than North Carroll Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fifth District Elementary ranks higher (83.2 vs 61.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Fifth District Elementary and North Carroll Middle?
About 8.9 km in a straight line, between Upperco and Hampstead in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fifth District Elementary: 262. North Carroll Middle: 626. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fifth District Elementary and North Carroll Middle rank in Maryland?
Fifth District Elementary is 41st of 879 and North Carroll Middle is 68th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).