Academy for College and Career Exploration vs South Carroll High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for College and Career Exploration
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 6–12
967 students
South Carroll High
Sykesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
933 students
| Measure | Academy for College and Career Exploration Baltimore, Maryland | South Carroll High Sykesville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #191 of 197 | #19 of 197 |
| National rank | #16183 of 16,910 | #1338 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 967 | 933 |
| Enrollment | 967 | 933 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.1% | 20.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 73% |
| city | Baltimore | Sykesville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Carroll High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 14.1).
- •South Carroll High does better on math proficiency (73% vs 2.5%).
- •South Carroll High does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 2.5%).
- •South Carroll High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.8% vs 79.1%).
- •Academy for College and Career Exploration does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 17.9).
- •Academy for College and Career Exploration is the larger school with 967 students compared with 933.
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 Academy for College and Career Exploration better than South Carroll High?
On the Success Index (US), South Carroll High ranks higher (79.6 vs 14.1 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 Academy for College and Career Exploration and South Carroll High?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Sykesville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for College and Career Exploration: 967. South Carroll High: 933. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for College and Career Exploration and South Carroll High rank in Maryland?
Academy for College and Career Exploration is 191st of 197 and South Carroll High is 19th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).