Newport Mill Middle vs Northwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 68 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newport Mill Middle
Kensington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
652 students
Northwest Middle
Taneytown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
655 students
| Measure | Newport Mill Middle Kensington, Maryland | Northwest Middle Taneytown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 225 | #73 of 225 |
| National rank | #9228 of 15,369 | #5594 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 652 | 655 |
| Enrollment | 652 | 655 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 44.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 42% |
| city | Kensington | Taneytown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.5 vs 42.7).
- •Northwest Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Northwest Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 38%).
- •Northwest Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 53.1%).
- •Newport Mill Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.9).
- •Northwest 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 Newport Mill Middle better than Northwest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest Middle ranks higher (59.5 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 Newport Mill Middle and Northwest Middle?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Kensington and Taneytown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newport Mill Middle: 652. Northwest Middle: 655. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newport Mill Middle and Northwest Middle rank in Maryland?
Newport Mill Middle is 121st of 225 and Northwest Middle is 73rd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).