Lansdowne Middle vs Stephen Decatur Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 162 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lansdowne Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
661 students
Stephen Decatur Middle
Berlin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
665 students
| Measure | Lansdowne Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Stephen Decatur Middle Berlin, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #197 of 225 | #33 of 225 |
| National rank | #13881 of 15,369 | #2572 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 661 | 665 |
| Enrollment | 661 | 665 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 57% |
| city | Baltimore | Berlin |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stephen Decatur Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 19.4).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 6%).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 12%).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 70.2%).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.0).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle is the larger school with 665 students compared with 661.
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 Lansdowne Middle better than Stephen Decatur Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Stephen Decatur Middle ranks higher (73.9 vs 19.4 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 Lansdowne Middle and Stephen Decatur Middle?
About 162 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Berlin in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lansdowne Middle: 661. Stephen Decatur Middle: 665. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lansdowne Middle and Stephen Decatur Middle rank in Maryland?
Lansdowne Middle is 197th of 225 and Stephen Decatur Middle is 33rd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).