Legends Public Charter School vs Thomas Johnson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 293 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Legends Public Charter School
Lanham · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
897 students
Thomas Johnson Middle
Lanham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,180 students
| Measure | Legends Public Charter School Lanham, Maryland | Thomas Johnson Middle Lanham, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #603 of 879 | #218 of 225 |
| National rank | #38764 of 50,301 | #14899 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 897 | 1,180 |
| Enrollment | 897 | 1,180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 23% |
| Math proficiency | – | 9% |
| city | Lanham | Lanham |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Legends Public Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.7 vs 12.1).
- •Legends Public Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 94.9%).
- •Thomas Johnson Middle does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 23.0).
- •Thomas Johnson Middle is the larger school with 1,180 students compared with 897.
- •Legends Public Charter School is a charter school while Thomas Johnson Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Legends Public Charter School better than Thomas Johnson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Legends Public Charter School ranks higher (29.7 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 Legends Public Charter School and Thomas Johnson Middle?
About 293 m in a straight line, between Lanham and Lanham in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Legends Public Charter School: 897. Thomas Johnson Middle: 1,180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Legends Public Charter School and Thomas Johnson Middle rank in Maryland?
Legends Public Charter School is 603rd of 879 and Thomas Johnson Middle is 218th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).