Henry E. Lackey High School vs Matthew Henson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henry E. Lackey High School
Indian Head · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,033 students
Matthew Henson Middle School
Indian Head · Public middle · Grades 6–8
701 students
| Measure | Henry E. Lackey High School Indian Head, Maryland | Matthew Henson Middle School Indian Head, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #153 of 197 | #166 of 225 |
| National rank | #13579 of 16,910 | #12040 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,033 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 1,033 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.6% | 48.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 21% |
| city | Indian Head | Indian Head |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.9 vs 29.4).
- •Henry E. Lackey High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Henry E. Lackey High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Matthew Henson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 59.6%).
- •Henry E. Lackey High School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 18.4).
- •Henry E. Lackey High School is the larger school with 1,033 students compared with 701.
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 Henry E. Lackey High School better than Matthew Henson Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Henry E. Lackey High School and Matthew Henson Middle School?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Indian Head and Indian Head in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Henry E. Lackey High School: 1,033. Matthew Henson Middle School: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Henry E. Lackey High School and Matthew Henson Middle School rank in Maryland?
Henry E. Lackey High School is 153rd of 197 and Matthew Henson Middle School is 166th of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).