Francis Scott Key Middle vs Pikesville Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis Scott Key Middle
Silver Spring · Public middle · Grades 6–8
950 students
Pikesville Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
943 students
| Measure | Francis Scott Key Middle Silver Spring, Maryland | Pikesville Middle Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #165 of 225 | #173 of 225 |
| National rank | #12034 of 15,369 | #12267 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 950 | 943 |
| Enrollment | 950 | 943 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.3% | 57.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 20% |
| city | Silver Spring | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis Scott Key Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 28.2).
- •Pikesville Middle does better on math proficiency (20% vs 15%).
- •Francis Scott Key Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Pikesville Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 63.3%).
- •Francis Scott Key Middle does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.7).
- •Francis Scott Key Middle is the larger school with 950 students compared with 943.
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 Francis Scott Key Middle better than Pikesville Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Francis Scott Key Middle ranks higher (29.4 vs 28.2 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 Francis Scott Key Middle and Pikesville Middle?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Scott Key Middle: 950. Pikesville Middle: 943. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Scott Key Middle and Pikesville Middle rank in Maryland?
Francis Scott Key Middle is 165th of 225 and Pikesville Middle is 173rd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).