Forest Oak Middle vs Lockerman Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 121 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forest Oak Middle
Gaithersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
828 students
Lockerman Middle School
Denton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
827 students
| Measure | Forest Oak Middle Gaithersburg, Maryland | Lockerman Middle School Denton, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 225 | #138 of 225 |
| National rank | #12018 of 15,369 | #10451 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 828 | 827 |
| Enrollment | 828 | 827 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 31% |
| city | Gaithersburg | Denton |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lockerman Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.0 vs 29.5).
- •Lockerman Middle School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 18%).
- •Lockerman Middle School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •Forest Oak Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 60.6%).
- •Forest Oak Middle does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.3).
- •Forest Oak Middle is the larger school with 828 students compared with 827.
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 Forest Oak Middle better than Lockerman Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lockerman Middle School ranks higher (37.0 vs 29.5 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 Forest Oak Middle and Lockerman Middle School?
About 121 km in a straight line, between Gaithersburg and Denton in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forest Oak Middle: 828. Lockerman Middle School: 827. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forest Oak Middle and Lockerman Middle School rank in Maryland?
Forest Oak Middle is 164th of 225 and Lockerman Middle School is 138th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).