Lillie May Carroll Jackson School vs Phoenix International School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 95 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School
Baltimore · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
209 students
Phoenix International School of the Arts
La Plata · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
243 students
| Measure | Lillie May Carroll Jackson School Baltimore, Maryland | Phoenix International School of the Arts La Plata, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #215 of 225 | #76 of 225 |
| National rank | #14762 of 15,369 | #6065 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 209 | 243 |
| Enrollment | 209 | 243 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 42% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | – |
| Math proficiency | 2% | – |
| city | Baltimore | La Plata |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Phoenix International School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 13.5).
- •Phoenix International School of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42% vs 82.8%).
- •Lillie May Carroll Jackson School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.2).
- •Phoenix International School of the Arts is the larger school with 243 students compared with 209.
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 Lillie May Carroll Jackson School better than Phoenix International School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Phoenix International School of the Arts ranks higher (57.3 vs 13.5 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 Lillie May Carroll Jackson School and Phoenix International School of the Arts?
About 95 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and La Plata in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School: 209. Phoenix International School of the Arts: 243. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lillie May Carroll Jackson School and Phoenix International School of the Arts rank in Maryland?
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is 215th of 225 and Phoenix International School of the Arts is 76th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).