Flora M. Singer Elementary vs Sligo Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Flora M. Singer Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
653 students
Sligo Middle
Silver Spring · Public middle · Grades 6–8
685 students
| Measure | Flora M. Singer Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland | Sligo Middle Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 879 | #82 of 225 |
| National rank | #19773 of 50,301 | #6574 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 653 | 685 |
| Enrollment | 653 | 685 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 46.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 37% |
| city | Silver Spring | Silver Spring |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Flora M. Singer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 55.0).
- •Flora M. Singer Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Sligo Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 46%).
- •Flora M. Singer Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 46.7%).
- •Flora M. Singer Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.7).
- •Sligo Middle is the larger school with 685 students compared with 653.
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 Flora M. Singer Elementary better than Sligo Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Flora M. Singer Elementary ranks higher (57.7 vs 55.0 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 Flora M. Singer Elementary and Sligo Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Flora M. Singer Elementary: 653. Sligo Middle: 685. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Flora M. Singer Elementary and Sligo Middle rank in Maryland?
Flora M. Singer Elementary is 292nd of 879 and Sligo Middle is 82nd of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).