Julius West Middle vs Richard Montgomery High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Julius West Middle
Rockville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,365 students
Richard Montgomery High
Rockville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,366 students
| Measure | Julius West Middle Rockville, Maryland | Richard Montgomery High Rockville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #57 of 225 | #35 of 197 |
| National rank | #4142 of 15,369 | #2152 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,365 | 2,366 |
| Enrollment | 1,365 | 2,366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 29.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 74% |
| city | Rockville | Rockville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richard Montgomery High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 66.2).
- •Richard Montgomery High does better on math proficiency (74% vs 53%).
- •Richard Montgomery High does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 60%).
- •Richard Montgomery High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.3% vs 38.3%).
- •Julius West Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.7).
- •Richard Montgomery High is the larger school with 2,366 students compared with 1,365.
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 Julius West Middle better than Richard Montgomery High?
On the Success Index (US), Richard Montgomery High ranks higher (75.0 vs 66.2 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 Julius West Middle and Richard Montgomery High?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Rockville and Rockville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Julius West Middle: 1,365. Richard Montgomery High: 2,366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Julius West Middle and Richard Montgomery High rank in Maryland?
Julius West Middle is 57th of 225 and Richard Montgomery High is 35th of 197 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).