Nicholas Orem Middle vs Rocky Hill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nicholas Orem Middle
Hyattsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,007 students
Rocky Hill Middle
Clarksburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,010 students
| Measure | Nicholas Orem Middle Hyattsville, Maryland | Rocky Hill Middle Clarksburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #224 of 225 | #72 of 225 |
| National rank | #15091 of 15,369 | #5527 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,007 | 1,010 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 1,010 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 45.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 47% |
| city | Hyattsville | Clarksburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rocky Hill Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 10.1).
- •Rocky Hill Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 7%).
- •Rocky Hill Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 19%).
- •Rocky Hill Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.6% vs 96.8%).
- •Rocky Hill Middle does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 16.2).
- •Rocky Hill Middle is the larger school with 1,010 students compared with 1,007.
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 Nicholas Orem Middle better than Rocky Hill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rocky Hill Middle ranks higher (59.8 vs 10.1 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 Nicholas Orem Middle and Rocky Hill Middle?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Hyattsville and Clarksburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nicholas Orem Middle: 1,007. Rocky Hill Middle: 1,010. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nicholas Orem Middle and Rocky Hill Middle rank in Maryland?
Nicholas Orem Middle is 224th of 225 and Rocky Hill Middle is 72nd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).