Hallie Wells Middle vs John T. Baker Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hallie Wells Middle
Clarksburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
931 students
John T. Baker Middle School
Damascus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
841 students
| Measure | Hallie Wells Middle Clarksburg, Maryland | John T. Baker Middle School Damascus, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 225 | #71 of 225 |
| National rank | #2909 of 15,369 | #5522 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 931 | 841 |
| Enrollment | 931 | 841 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.5% | 37.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 40% |
| city | Clarksburg | Damascus |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hallie Wells Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 59.8).
- •Hallie Wells Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Hallie Wells Middle does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 58%).
- •Hallie Wells Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.5% vs 37.1%).
- •John T. Baker Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.0).
- •Hallie Wells Middle is the larger school with 931 students compared with 841.
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 Hallie Wells Middle better than John T. Baker Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hallie Wells Middle ranks higher (72.1 vs 59.8 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 Hallie Wells Middle and John T. Baker Middle School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Clarksburg and Damascus in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hallie Wells Middle: 931. John T. Baker Middle School: 841. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hallie Wells Middle and John T. Baker Middle School rank in Maryland?
Hallie Wells Middle is 43rd of 225 and John T. Baker Middle School is 71st of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).