Stephen Decatur Middle vs Surrattsville High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Stephen Decatur Middle
Clinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
751 students
Surrattsville High
Clinton · Public high · Grades 9–12
875 students
| Measure | Stephen Decatur Middle Clinton, Maryland | Surrattsville High Clinton, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #195 of 225 | #169 of 197 |
| National rank | #13761 of 15,369 | #15118 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 751 | 875 |
| Enrollment | 751 | 875 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 64.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 7.5% |
| city | Clinton | Clinton |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.1 vs 21.0).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on math proficiency (8% vs 7.5%).
- •Surrattsville High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Surrattsville High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.7% vs 75.1%).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.5).
- •Surrattsville High is the larger school with 875 students compared with 751.
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 Stephen Decatur Middle better than Surrattsville High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Stephen Decatur Middle and Surrattsville High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Clinton and Clinton in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Stephen Decatur Middle: 751. Surrattsville High: 875. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Stephen Decatur Middle and Surrattsville High rank in Maryland?
Stephen Decatur Middle is 195th of 225 and Surrattsville High is 169th of 197 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).