James Hubert Blake High vs William H. Farquhar Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Hubert Blake High
Silver Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,960 students
William H. Farquhar Middle
Olney · Public middle · Grades 6–8
682 students
| Measure | James Hubert Blake High Silver Spring, Maryland | William H. Farquhar Middle Olney, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #98 of 197 | #61 of 225 |
| National rank | #7482 of 16,910 | #4580 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,960 | 682 |
| Enrollment | 1,960 | 682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.7% | 27.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 40% |
| city | Silver Spring | Olney |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William H. Farquhar Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 53.4).
- •James Hubert Blake High does better on math proficiency (45% vs 40%).
- •William H. Farquhar Middle does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 64%).
- •William H. Farquhar Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.7% vs 53.7%).
- •William H. Farquhar Middle does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.2).
- •James Hubert Blake High is the larger school with 1,960 students compared with 682.
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 James Hubert Blake High better than William H. Farquhar Middle?
On the Success Index (US), William H. Farquhar Middle ranks higher (64.1 vs 53.4 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 James Hubert Blake High and William H. Farquhar Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Olney in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Hubert Blake High: 1,960. William H. Farquhar Middle: 682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Hubert Blake High and William H. Farquhar Middle rank in Maryland?
James Hubert Blake High is 98th of 197 and William H. Farquhar Middle is 61st of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).