General John Stricker Middle vs Patapsco High and Center for Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 966 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
General John Stricker Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
713 students
Patapsco High and Center for Arts
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,385 students
| Measure | General John Stricker Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Patapsco High and Center for Arts Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #201 of 225 | #154 of 197 |
| National rank | #14071 of 15,369 | #13868 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 713 | 1,385 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 1,385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 64.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 17% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.5 vs 18.2).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 18%).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.3% vs 73.4%).
- •General John Stricker Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.9).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts is the larger school with 1,385 students compared with 713.
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 General John Stricker Middle better than Patapsco High and Center for Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Patapsco High and Center for Arts ranks higher (27.5 vs 18.2 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 General John Stricker Middle and Patapsco High and Center for Arts?
About 966 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
General John Stricker Middle: 713. Patapsco High and Center for Arts: 1,385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do General John Stricker Middle and Patapsco High and Center for Arts rank in Maryland?
General John Stricker Middle is 201st of 225 and Patapsco High and Center for Arts is 154th of 197 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).