Lime Kiln Middle vs Severn River Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lime Kiln Middle
Fulton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
675 students
Severn River Middle
Arnold · Public middle · Grades 6–8
675 students
| Measure | Lime Kiln Middle Fulton, Maryland | Severn River Middle Arnold, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #9 of 225 | #24 of 225 |
| National rank | #797 of 15,369 | #2025 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 675 | 675 |
| Enrollment | 675 | 675 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.6% | 20.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 58% |
| city | Fulton | Arnold |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lime Kiln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.7 vs 76.9).
- •Lime Kiln Middle does better on math proficiency (70% vs 58%).
- •Lime Kiln Middle does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 65%).
- •Lime Kiln Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 20.3%).
- •Severn River Middle does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.7).
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 Lime Kiln Middle better than Severn River Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lime Kiln Middle ranks higher (84.7 vs 76.9 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 Lime Kiln Middle and Severn River Middle?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Fulton and Arnold in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lime Kiln Middle: 675. Severn River Middle: 675. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lime Kiln Middle and Severn River Middle rank in Maryland?
Lime Kiln Middle is 9th of 225 and Severn River Middle is 24th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).