Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC vs Bard High School Early College
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC
Largo · Public high · Grades 9–12
462 students
Bard High School Early College
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
459 students
| Measure | Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC Largo, Maryland | Bard High School Early College Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 197 | #116 of 197 |
| National rank | #2426 of 16,910 | #8934 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 462 | 459 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 459 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.2% | 65.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 42% |
| city | Largo | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.6 vs 47.9).
- •Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC does better on math proficiency (82% vs 42%).
- •Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 57%).
- •Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.2% vs 65.4%).
- •Bard High School Early College does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 18.5).
- •Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC is the larger school with 462 students compared with 459.
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 of Health Sciences at PGCC better than Bard High School Early College?
On the Success Index (US), Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC ranks higher (73.6 vs 47.9 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 of Health Sciences at PGCC and Bard High School Early College?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Largo and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC: 462. Bard High School Early College: 459. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC and Bard High School Early College rank in Maryland?
Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC is 39th of 197 and Bard High School Early College is 116th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).