Hilltop Elementary vs Lindale Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilltop Elementary
Glen Burnie · Public elementary · Grades K–5
521 students
Lindale Middle
Linthicum · Public middle · Grades 6–8
884 students
| Measure | Hilltop Elementary Glen Burnie, Maryland | Lindale Middle Linthicum, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #688 of 879 | #117 of 225 |
| National rank | #42563 of 50,301 | #8913 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 521 | 884 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 884 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 31% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Linthicum |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lindale Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 23.6).
- •Lindale Middle does better on math proficiency (31% vs 13%).
- •Lindale Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 23%).
- •Lindale Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.9% vs 81.4%).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.8).
- •Lindale Middle is the larger school with 884 students compared with 521.
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 Hilltop Elementary better than Lindale Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lindale Middle ranks higher (44.1 vs 23.6 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 Hilltop Elementary and Lindale Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Linthicum in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hilltop Elementary: 521. Lindale Middle: 884. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hilltop Elementary and Lindale Middle rank in Maryland?
Hilltop Elementary is 688th of 879 and Lindale Middle is 117th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).