Northwood High vs Tilden Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 870 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood High
Rockville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,654 students
Tilden Middle
Rockville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,112 students
| Measure | Northwood High Rockville, Maryland | Tilden Middle Rockville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #136 of 197 | #35 of 225 |
| National rank | #10664 of 16,910 | #2606 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,654 | 1,112 |
| Enrollment | 1,654 | 1,112 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.4% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 61% |
| city | Rockville | Rockville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tilden Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.7 vs 41.2).
- •Tilden Middle does better on math proficiency (61% vs 30%).
- •Tilden Middle does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 49%).
- •Tilden Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 58.4%).
- •Northwood High does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.6).
- •Northwood High is the larger school with 1,654 students compared with 1,112.
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 Northwood High better than Tilden Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Tilden Middle ranks higher (73.7 vs 41.2 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 Northwood High and Tilden Middle?
About 870 m in a straight line, between Rockville and Rockville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood High: 1,654. Tilden Middle: 1,112. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood High and Tilden Middle rank in Maryland?
Northwood High is 136th of 197 and Tilden Middle is 35th of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).