Hyattsville Middle vs Northwestern High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hyattsville Middle
Hyattsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,305 students
Northwestern High
Hyattsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,396 students
| Measure | Hyattsville Middle Hyattsville, Maryland | Northwestern High Hyattsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #202 of 225 | #181 of 197 |
| National rank | #14099 of 15,369 | #15629 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,305 | 2,396 |
| Enrollment | 1,305 | 2,396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 96.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 16% |
| city | Hyattsville | Hyattsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.1 vs 17.9).
- •Hyattsville Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 16%).
- •Hyattsville Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 31%).
- •Hyattsville Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.6% vs 96.4%).
- •Northwestern High does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.4).
- •Northwestern High is the larger school with 2,396 students compared with 1,305.
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 Hyattsville Middle better than Northwestern High?
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 Hyattsville Middle and Northwestern High?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Hyattsville and Hyattsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hyattsville Middle: 1,305. Northwestern High: 2,396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hyattsville Middle and Northwestern High rank in Maryland?
Hyattsville Middle is 202nd of 225 and Northwestern High is 181st of 197 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).