Northern High vs Northern Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 199 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern High
Owings ยท Public high ยท Grades 9โ12
1,478 students
Northern Middle
Owings ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
745 students
| Measure | Northern High Owings, Maryland | Northern Middle Owings, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #32 of 197 | #25 of 225 |
| National rank | #2003 of 16,910 | #2041 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9โ12 | Grades 6โ8 |
| Students | 1,478 | 745 |
| Enrollment | 1,478 | 745 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 58% |
| city | Owings | Owings |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขNorthern Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 75.7).
- โขNorthern High does better on math proficiency (61% vs 58%).
- โขNorthern High does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 79%).
- โขNorthern Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 20.6%).
- โขNorthern High does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 19.1).
- โขNorthern High is the larger school with 1,478 students compared with 745.
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 Northern High better than Northern Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Northern Middle ranks higher (76.8 vs 75.7 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 Northern High and Northern Middle?
About 199 m in a straight line, between Owings and Owings in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern High: 1,478. Northern Middle: 745. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern High and Northern Middle rank in Maryland?
Northern High is 32nd of 197 and Northern Middle is 25th of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).