Greenbelt Middle vs William Wirt Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greenbelt Middle
Greenbelt · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,270 students
William Wirt Middle
Riverdale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,124 students
| Measure | Greenbelt Middle Greenbelt, Maryland | William Wirt Middle Riverdale, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #186 of 225 | #219 of 225 |
| National rank | #13117 of 15,369 | #14952 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,270 | 1,124 |
| Enrollment | 1,270 | 1,124 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.1% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 8% |
| city | Greenbelt | Riverdale |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Greenbelt Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.5 vs 11.6).
- •Greenbelt Middle does better on math proficiency (23% vs 8%).
- •Greenbelt Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 24%).
- •Greenbelt Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 96.5%).
- •Greenbelt Middle does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.1).
- •Greenbelt Middle is the larger school with 1,270 students compared with 1,124.
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 Greenbelt Middle better than William Wirt Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Greenbelt Middle ranks higher (23.5 vs 11.6 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 Greenbelt Middle and William Wirt Middle?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Greenbelt and Riverdale in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greenbelt Middle: 1,270. William Wirt Middle: 1,124. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greenbelt Middle and William Wirt Middle rank in Maryland?
Greenbelt Middle is 186th of 225 and William Wirt Middle is 219th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).