G. James Gholson Middle vs Hammond Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
G. James Gholson Middle
Landover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
603 students
Hammond Middle
Laurel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
| Measure | G. James Gholson Middle Landover, Maryland | Hammond Middle Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #208 of 225 | #20 of 225 |
| National rank | #14451 of 15,369 | #1869 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 603 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 16.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 55% |
| city | Landover | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hammond Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.7 vs 15.9).
- •Hammond Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 5%).
- •Hammond Middle does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 19%).
- •Hammond Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.4% vs 95.2%).
- •G. James Gholson Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.1).
- •Hammond Middle is the larger school with 604 students compared with 603.
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 G. James Gholson Middle better than Hammond Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hammond Middle ranks higher (77.7 vs 15.9 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 G. James Gholson Middle and Hammond Middle?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Landover and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G. James Gholson Middle: 603. Hammond Middle: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G. James Gholson Middle and Hammond Middle rank in Maryland?
G. James Gholson Middle is 208th of 225 and Hammond Middle is 20th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).