Folly Quarter Middle vs William H. Farquhar Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 15 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
William H. Farquhar Middle
Olney · Public middle · Grades 6–8
682 students
| Measure | Folly Quarter Middle Ellicott City, Maryland | William H. Farquhar Middle Olney, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4 of 225 | #61 of 225 |
| National rank | #557 of 15,369 | #4580 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 682 | 682 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.8% | 27.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 40% |
| city | Ellicott City | Olney |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Folly Quarter Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 64.1).
- •Folly Quarter Middle does better on math proficiency (76% vs 40%).
- •Folly Quarter Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 65%).
- •Folly Quarter Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.8% vs 27.7%).
- •Folly Quarter Middle does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.9).
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 William H. Farquhar Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Folly Quarter Middle ranks higher (86.9 vs 64.1 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 Folly Quarter Middle and William H. Farquhar Middle?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Ellicott City and Olney in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Folly Quarter Middle: 682. William H. Farquhar Middle: 682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Folly Quarter Middle and William H. Farquhar Middle rank in Maryland?
Folly Quarter Middle is 4th of 225 and William H. Farquhar Middle is 61st of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).