Fort Hill High vs Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 678 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fort Hill High
Cumberland · Public high · Grades 9–12
655 students
Washington Middle
Cumberland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
577 students
| Measure | Fort Hill High Cumberland, Maryland | Washington Middle Cumberland, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 197 | #133 of 225 |
| National rank | #9360 of 16,910 | #10179 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 655 | 577 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 577 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 63.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Cumberland | Cumberland |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fort Hill High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.3 vs 38.5).
- •Washington Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Fort Hill High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 35%).
- •Fort Hill High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.6% vs 63.1%).
- •Washington Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.6).
- •Fort Hill High is the larger school with 655 students compared with 577.
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 Fort Hill High better than Washington Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fort Hill High ranks higher (46.3 vs 38.5 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 Fort Hill High and Washington Middle?
About 678 m in a straight line, between Cumberland and Cumberland in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fort Hill High: 655. Washington Middle: 577. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fort Hill High and Washington Middle rank in Maryland?
Fort Hill High is 121st of 197 and Washington Middle is 133rd of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).