John Poole Middle vs Pocomoke Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 199 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Poole Middle
Poolesville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
467 students
Pocomoke Middle
Pocomoke City · Public middle · Grades 4–8
465 students
| Measure | John Poole Middle Poolesville, Maryland | Pocomoke Middle Pocomoke City, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #44 of 225 | #80 of 225 |
| National rank | #3004 of 15,369 | #6486 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 467 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.8% | 71.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| city | Poolesville | Pocomoke City |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Poole Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 55.4).
- •John Poole Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •John Poole Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 56%).
- •John Poole Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.8% vs 71.6%).
- •Pocomoke Middle does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 15.6).
- •John Poole Middle is the larger school with 467 students compared with 465.
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 John Poole Middle better than Pocomoke Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John Poole Middle ranks higher (71.6 vs 55.4 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 John Poole Middle and Pocomoke Middle?
About 199 km in a straight line, between Poolesville and Pocomoke City in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Poole Middle: 467. Pocomoke Middle: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Poole Middle and Pocomoke Middle rank in Maryland?
John Poole Middle is 44th of 225 and Pocomoke Middle is 80th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).