Hammond High vs Hammond Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hammond High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,159 students
Hammond Middle
Laurel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
| Measure | Hammond High Columbia, Maryland | Hammond Middle Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #60 of 197 | #20 of 225 |
| National rank | #4383 of 16,910 | #1869 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,159 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 1,159 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.4% | 16.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 55% |
| city | Columbia | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hammond Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.7 vs 65.6).
- •Hammond Middle does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 62%).
- •Hammond Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.4% vs 37.4%).
- •Hammond High does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.1).
- •Hammond High is the larger school with 1,159 students compared with 604.
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 Hammond High better than Hammond Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hammond Middle ranks higher (77.7 vs 65.6 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 Hammond High and Hammond Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond High: 1,159. Hammond Middle: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond High and Hammond Middle rank in Maryland?
Hammond High is 60th of 197 and Hammond Middle is 20th of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).