Nicholas Orem Middle vs University Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.6 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
University Park Elementary
Hyattsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
538 students
| Measure | Nicholas Orem Middle Hyattsville, Maryland | University Park Elementary Hyattsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #224 of 225 | #469 of 879 |
| National rank | #15091 of 15,369 | #30843 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,007 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 33% |
| city | Hyattsville | Hyattsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 10.1).
- •University Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 7%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 19%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.2% vs 96.8%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 16.2).
- •Nicholas Orem Middle is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 538.
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 University Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), University Park Elementary ranks higher (41.7 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 University Park Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Hyattsville and Hyattsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nicholas Orem Middle: 1,007. University Park Elementary: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nicholas Orem Middle and University Park Elementary rank in Maryland?
Nicholas Orem Middle is 224th of 225 and University Park Elementary is 469th of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).