Hammond Middle vs Murray Hill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 1.9 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
Murray Hill Middle
Laurel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
616 students
| Measure | Hammond Middle Laurel, Maryland | Murray Hill Middle Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #20 of 225 | #81 of 225 |
| National rank | #1869 of 15,369 | #6508 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 604 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 604 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.4% | 37.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 39% |
| city | Laurel | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hammond Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.7 vs 55.3).
- •Hammond Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 39%).
- •Hammond Middle does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 47%).
- •Hammond Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.4% vs 37.3%).
- •Murray Hill Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.1).
- •Murray Hill Middle is the larger school with 616 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 Murray Hill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hammond Middle ranks higher (77.7 vs 55.3 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 Murray Hill Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Middle: 604. Murray Hill Middle: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Middle and Murray Hill Middle rank in Maryland?
Hammond Middle is 20th of 225 and Murray Hill Middle is 81st of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).