Gwynn Park Middle vs Matthew Henson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gwynn Park Middle
Brandywine · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
Matthew Henson Middle School
Indian Head · Public middle · Grades 6–8
701 students
| Measure | Gwynn Park Middle Brandywine, Maryland | Matthew Henson Middle School Indian Head, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 225 | #166 of 225 |
| National rank | #13064 of 15,369 | #12040 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 702 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.1% | 48.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 21% |
| city | Brandywine | Indian Head |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matthew Henson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 23.8).
- •Matthew Henson Middle School does better on math proficiency (21% vs 11%).
- •Matthew Henson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Matthew Henson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 56.1%).
- •Gwynn Park Middle does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 18.4).
- •Gwynn Park Middle is the larger school with 702 students compared with 701.
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 Gwynn Park Middle better than Matthew Henson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Matthew Henson Middle School ranks higher (29.4 vs 23.8 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 Gwynn Park Middle and Matthew Henson Middle School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Brandywine and Indian Head in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gwynn Park Middle: 702. Matthew Henson Middle School: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gwynn Park Middle and Matthew Henson Middle School rank in Maryland?
Gwynn Park Middle is 184th of 225 and Matthew Henson Middle School is 166th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).