James McHenry Elementary vs Thomas Johnson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 860 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James McHenry Elementary
Lanham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
610 students
Thomas Johnson Middle
Lanham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,180 students
| Measure | James McHenry Elementary Lanham, Maryland | Thomas Johnson Middle Lanham, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #719 of 879 | #218 of 225 |
| National rank | #43905 of 50,301 | #14899 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 610 | 1,180 |
| Enrollment | 610 | 1,180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 9% |
| city | Lanham | Lanham |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James McHenry Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.5 vs 12.1).
- •James McHenry Elementary does better on math proficiency (18% vs 9%).
- •James McHenry Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 23%).
- •James McHenry Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 94.9%).
- •James McHenry Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.9).
- •Thomas Johnson Middle is the larger school with 1,180 students compared with 610.
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 McHenry Elementary better than Thomas Johnson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James McHenry Elementary ranks higher (21.5 vs 12.1 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 McHenry Elementary and Thomas Johnson Middle?
About 860 m in a straight line, between Lanham and Lanham in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James McHenry Elementary: 610. Thomas Johnson Middle: 1,180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James McHenry Elementary and Thomas Johnson Middle rank in Maryland?
James McHenry Elementary is 719th of 879 and Thomas Johnson Middle is 218th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).