Manchester Elementary vs North Carroll Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Elementary
Manchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
671 students
North Carroll Middle
Hampstead · Public middle · Grades 6–8
626 students
| Measure | Manchester Elementary Manchester, Maryland | North Carroll Middle Hampstead, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #254 of 879 | #68 of 225 |
| National rank | #16801 of 50,301 | #5122 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 671 | 626 |
| Enrollment | 671 | 626 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.6% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| city | Manchester | Hampstead |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.0 vs 61.6).
- •Manchester Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •North Carroll Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •North Carroll Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30% vs 31.6%).
- •Manchester Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 16.1).
- •Manchester Elementary is the larger school with 671 students compared with 626.
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 Manchester Elementary better than North Carroll Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Manchester Elementary and North Carroll Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Hampstead in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manchester Elementary: 671. North Carroll Middle: 626. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manchester Elementary and North Carroll Middle rank in Maryland?
Manchester Elementary is 254th of 879 and North Carroll Middle is 68th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).