G. James Gholson Middle vs Kenmoor Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 2.7 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
Kenmoor Middle
Landover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,021 students
| Measure | G. James Gholson Middle Landover, Maryland | Kenmoor Middle Landover, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #208 of 225 | #168 of 225 |
| National rank | #14451 of 15,369 | #12054 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 603 | 1,021 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 1,021 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 93.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 27% |
| city | Landover | Landover |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kenmoor Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.3 vs 15.9).
- •Kenmoor Middle does better on math proficiency (27% vs 5%).
- •Kenmoor Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 19%).
- •Kenmoor Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 95.2%).
- •G. James Gholson Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 16.2).
- •Kenmoor Middle is the larger school with 1,021 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 Kenmoor Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Kenmoor Middle ranks higher (29.3 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 Kenmoor Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Landover and Landover in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G. James Gholson Middle: 603. Kenmoor Middle: 1,021. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G. James Gholson Middle and Kenmoor Middle rank in Maryland?
G. James Gholson Middle is 208th of 225 and Kenmoor Middle is 168th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).