Friendsville Elementary vs Northern Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 8.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friendsville Elementary
Friendsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
137 students
Northern Middle School
Accident · Public middle · Grades 6–8
305 students
| Measure | Friendsville Elementary Friendsville, Maryland | Northern Middle School Accident, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #630 of 879 | #79 of 225 |
| National rank | #40025 of 50,301 | #6446 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 137 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 137 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.9% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 41% |
| city | Friendsville | Accident |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 27.6).
- •Northern Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 12%).
- •Northern Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 27%).
- •Northern Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 56.9%).
- •Friendsville Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.3).
- •Northern Middle School is the larger school with 305 students compared with 137.
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 Friendsville Elementary better than Northern Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Northern Middle School ranks higher (55.6 vs 27.6 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 Friendsville Elementary and Northern Middle School?
About 8.8 km in a straight line, between Friendsville and Accident in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friendsville Elementary: 137. Northern Middle School: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendsville Elementary and Northern Middle School rank in Maryland?
Friendsville Elementary is 630th of 879 and Northern Middle School is 79th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).