MacArthur Middle vs Meade Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MacArthur Middle
Fort Meade · Public middle · Grades 6–8
992 students
Meade Middle
Fort Meade · Public middle · Grades 6–8
697 students
| Measure | MacArthur Middle Fort Meade, Maryland | Meade Middle Fort Meade, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #140 of 225 | #182 of 225 |
| National rank | #10531 of 15,369 | #12860 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 992 | 697 |
| Enrollment | 992 | 697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 74.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 11% |
| city | Fort Meade | Fort Meade |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •MacArthur Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.6 vs 25.0).
- •MacArthur Middle does better on math proficiency (26% vs 11%).
- •MacArthur Middle does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •MacArthur Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 74.5%).
- •Meade Middle does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.7).
- •MacArthur Middle is the larger school with 992 students compared with 697.
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 MacArthur Middle better than Meade Middle?
On the Success Index (US), MacArthur Middle ranks higher (36.6 vs 25.0 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 MacArthur Middle and Meade Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Fort Meade and Fort Meade in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MacArthur Middle: 992. Meade Middle: 697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MacArthur Middle and Meade Middle rank in Maryland?
MacArthur Middle is 140th of 225 and Meade Middle is 182nd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).