Folly Quarter Middle vs Glenwood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Folly Quarter Middle
Ellicott City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
682 students
Glenwood Middle
Glenwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
494 students
| Measure | Folly Quarter Middle Ellicott City, Maryland | Glenwood Middle Glenwood, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #4 of 225 | #2 of 225 |
| National rank | #557 of 15,369 | #510 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 682 | 494 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 494 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.8% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 66% |
| city | Ellicott City | Glenwood |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (86.9 vs 87.5).
- •Folly Quarter Middle does better on math proficiency (76% vs 66%).
- •Glenwood Middle does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 73%).
- •Folly Quarter Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.8% vs 14%).
- •Glenwood Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.5).
- •Folly Quarter Middle is the larger school with 682 students compared with 494.
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 Folly Quarter Middle better than Glenwood 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 Folly Quarter Middle and Glenwood Middle?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Ellicott City and Glenwood in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Folly Quarter Middle: 682. Glenwood Middle: 494. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Folly Quarter Middle and Glenwood Middle rank in Maryland?
Folly Quarter Middle is 4th of 225 and Glenwood Middle is 2nd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).