Hammond Middle vs Lime Kiln Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hammond Middle
Laurel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
Lime Kiln Middle
Fulton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
675 students
| Measure | Hammond Middle Laurel, Maryland | Lime Kiln Middle Fulton, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #20 of 225 | #9 of 225 |
| National rank | #1869 of 15,369 | #797 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 604 | 675 |
| Enrollment | 604 | 675 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.4% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 70% |
| city | Laurel | Fulton |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lime Kiln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.7 vs 77.7).
- •Lime Kiln Middle does better on math proficiency (70% vs 55%).
- •Lime Kiln Middle does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 71%).
- •Lime Kiln Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 16.4%).
- •Hammond Middle does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.7).
- •Lime Kiln Middle is the larger school with 675 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 Middle better than Lime Kiln Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lime Kiln Middle ranks higher (84.7 vs 77.7 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 Middle and Lime Kiln Middle?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Fulton in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Middle: 604. Lime Kiln Middle: 675. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Middle and Lime Kiln Middle rank in Maryland?
Hammond Middle is 20th of 225 and Lime Kiln Middle is 9th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).