Pine Grove Middle vs Samuel Ogle Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pine Grove Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
804 students
Samuel Ogle Middle
Bowie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
806 students
| Measure | Pine Grove Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Samuel Ogle Middle Bowie, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #139 of 225 | #122 of 225 |
| National rank | #10515 of 15,369 | #9258 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 804 | 806 |
| Enrollment | 804 | 806 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.4% | 55.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 25% |
| city | Baltimore | Bowie |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Samuel Ogle Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 36.7).
- •Pine Grove Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 25%).
- •Samuel Ogle Middle does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 38%).
- •Pine Grove Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.4% vs 55.3%).
- •Samuel Ogle Middle is the larger school with 806 students compared with 804.
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 Pine Grove Middle better than Samuel Ogle Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Samuel Ogle Middle ranks higher (42.6 vs 36.7 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 Pine Grove Middle and Samuel Ogle Middle?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Bowie in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pine Grove Middle: 804. Samuel Ogle Middle: 806. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pine Grove Middle and Samuel Ogle Middle rank in Maryland?
Pine Grove Middle is 139th of 225 and Samuel Ogle Middle is 122nd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).