Silver Creek Middle vs Stephen Decatur Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Silver Creek Middle
Kensington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
751 students
Stephen Decatur Middle
Clinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
751 students
| Measure | Silver Creek Middle Kensington, Maryland | Stephen Decatur Middle Clinton, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #27 of 225 | #195 of 225 |
| National rank | #2296 of 15,369 | #13761 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 751 | 751 |
| Enrollment | 751 | 751 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.6% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 8% |
| city | Kensington | Clinton |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Silver Creek Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.4 vs 20.1).
- •Silver Creek Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 8%).
- •Silver Creek Middle does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 25%).
- •Silver Creek Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.6% vs 75.1%).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 13.9).
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 Silver Creek Middle better than Stephen Decatur Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Silver Creek Middle ranks higher (75.4 vs 20.1 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 Silver Creek Middle and Stephen Decatur Middle?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Kensington and Clinton in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Silver Creek Middle: 751. Stephen Decatur Middle: 751. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Silver Creek Middle and Stephen Decatur Middle rank in Maryland?
Silver Creek Middle is 27th of 225 and Stephen Decatur Middle is 195th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).