Loch Raven Technical Academy vs Ridgeview Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Loch Raven Technical Academy
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
722 students
Ridgeview Middle
Gaithersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
722 students
| Measure | Loch Raven Technical Academy Baltimore, Maryland | Ridgeview Middle Gaithersburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 225 | #75 of 225 |
| National rank | #13417 of 15,369 | #5976 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 722 | 722 |
| Enrollment | 722 | 722 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.6% | 41.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 40% |
| city | Baltimore | Gaithersburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridgeview Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 22.0).
- •Ridgeview Middle does better on math proficiency (40% vs 9%).
- •Ridgeview Middle does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 27%).
- •Ridgeview Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 62.6%).
- •Ridgeview Middle does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.0).
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 Loch Raven Technical Academy better than Ridgeview Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ridgeview Middle ranks higher (57.7 vs 22.0 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 Loch Raven Technical Academy and Ridgeview Middle?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Gaithersburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Loch Raven Technical Academy: 722. Ridgeview Middle: 722. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Loch Raven Technical Academy and Ridgeview Middle rank in Maryland?
Loch Raven Technical Academy is 189th of 225 and Ridgeview Middle is 75th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).