Northwest Middle vs Taneytown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 344 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwest Middle
Taneytown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
655 students
Taneytown Elementary
Taneytown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
450 students
| Measure | Northwest Middle Taneytown, Maryland | Taneytown Elementary Taneytown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #73 of 225 | #316 of 879 |
| National rank | #5594 of 15,369 | #22458 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 655 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Taneytown | Taneytown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.5 vs 53.9).
- •Taneytown Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Northwest Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Northwest Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 60%).
- •Taneytown Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.9).
- •Northwest Middle is the larger school with 655 students compared with 450.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Northwest Middle better than Taneytown Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest Middle ranks higher (59.5 vs 53.9 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 Northwest Middle and Taneytown Elementary?
About 344 m in a straight line, between Taneytown and Taneytown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwest Middle: 655. Taneytown Elementary: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwest Middle and Taneytown Elementary rank in Maryland?
Northwest Middle is 73rd of 225 and Taneytown Elementary is 316th of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).