Magothy River Middle vs Newport Mill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 48 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Magothy River Middle
Arnold · Public middle · Grades 6–8
655 students
Newport Mill Middle
Kensington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
652 students
| Measure | Magothy River Middle Arnold, Maryland | Newport Mill Middle Kensington, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #17 of 225 | #121 of 225 |
| National rank | #1721 of 15,369 | #9228 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 655 | 652 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 652 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 53.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 34% |
| city | Arnold | Kensington |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Magothy River Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 42.7).
- •Magothy River Middle does better on math proficiency (59% vs 34%).
- •Magothy River Middle does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 38%).
- •Magothy River Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.2% vs 53.1%).
- •Newport Mill Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.9).
- •Magothy River Middle is the larger school with 655 students compared with 652.
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 Magothy River Middle better than Newport Mill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Magothy River Middle ranks higher (78.5 vs 42.7 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 Magothy River Middle and Newport Mill Middle?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Arnold and Kensington in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Magothy River Middle: 655. Newport Mill Middle: 652. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Magothy River Middle and Newport Mill Middle rank in Maryland?
Magothy River Middle is 17th of 225 and Newport Mill Middle is 121st of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).