G. James Gholson Middle vs Judith P. Hoyer Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.1 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
Judith P. Hoyer Montessori
Landover · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
361 students
| Measure | G. James Gholson Middle Landover, Maryland | Judith P. Hoyer Montessori Landover, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #208 of 225 | #433 of 879 |
| National rank | #14451 of 15,369 | #28853 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 603 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 42.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 32% |
| city | Landover | Landover |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Judith P. Hoyer Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 15.9).
- •Judith P. Hoyer Montessori does better on math proficiency (32% vs 5%).
- •Judith P. Hoyer Montessori does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 19%).
- •Judith P. Hoyer Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 95.2%).
- •G. James Gholson Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.7).
- •G. James Gholson Middle is the larger school with 603 students compared with 361.
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 Judith P. Hoyer Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Judith P. Hoyer Montessori ranks higher (44.6 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 Judith P. Hoyer Montessori?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Landover and Landover in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G. James Gholson Middle: 603. Judith P. Hoyer Montessori: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G. James Gholson Middle and Judith P. Hoyer Montessori rank in Maryland?
G. James Gholson Middle is 208th of 225 and Judith P. Hoyer Montessori is 433rd of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).