Frederick Douglass High vs North Dorchester High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 112 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frederick Douglass High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
539 students
North Dorchester High School
Hurlock · Public high · Grades 9–12
526 students
| Measure | Frederick Douglass High Baltimore, Maryland | North Dorchester High School Hurlock, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #188 of 197 | #101 of 197 |
| National rank | #15925 of 16,910 | #7570 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 539 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 539 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 32% |
| city | Baltimore | Hurlock |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Dorchester High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.1 vs 16.0).
- •North Dorchester High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 2.5%).
- •North Dorchester High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 2.5%).
- •Frederick Douglass High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 15.0).
- •Frederick Douglass High is the larger school with 539 students compared with 526.
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 Frederick Douglass High better than North Dorchester High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Dorchester High School ranks higher (53.1 vs 16.0 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 Frederick Douglass High and North Dorchester High School?
About 112 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Hurlock in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frederick Douglass High: 539. North Dorchester High School: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frederick Douglass High and North Dorchester High School rank in Maryland?
Frederick Douglass High is 188th of 197 and North Dorchester High School is 101st of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).