Hammond High vs Maurice J. McDonough High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 70 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
Maurice J. McDonough High School
Pomfret · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,163 students
| Measure | Hammond High Columbia, Maryland | Maurice J. McDonough High School Pomfret, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #60 of 197 | #109 of 197 |
| National rank | #4383 of 16,910 | #8453 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,159 | 1,163 |
| Enrollment | 1,159 | 1,163 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.4% | 40.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 33% |
| city | Columbia | Pomfret |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hammond High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.6 vs 49.7).
- •Hammond High does better on math proficiency (55% vs 33%).
- •Hammond High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 53%).
- •Hammond High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.4% vs 40.9%).
- •Hammond High does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.7).
- •Maurice J. McDonough High School is the larger school with 1,163 students compared with 1,159.
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 Maurice J. McDonough High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hammond High ranks higher (65.6 vs 49.7 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 Maurice J. McDonough High School?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Pomfret in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond High: 1,159. Maurice J. McDonough High School: 1,163. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond High and Maurice J. McDonough High School rank in Maryland?
Hammond High is 60th of 197 and Maurice J. McDonough High School is 109th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).