Albert Einstein High vs Urbana High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert Einstein High
Kensington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,991 students
Urbana High
Ijamsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,989 students
| Measure | Albert Einstein High Kensington, Maryland | Urbana High Ijamsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #91 of 197 | #15 of 197 |
| National rank | #6814 of 16,910 | #1185 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,991 | 1,989 |
| Enrollment | 1,991 | 1,989 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.4% | 16.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 84% |
| city | Kensington | Ijamsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Urbana High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.6 vs 55.9).
- •Urbana High does better on math proficiency (84% vs 41%).
- •Urbana High does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 58%).
- •Urbana High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.5% vs 42.4%).
- •Albert Einstein High does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 20.1).
- •Albert Einstein High is the larger school with 1,991 students compared with 1,989.
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 Albert Einstein High better than Urbana High?
On the Success Index (US), Urbana High ranks higher (80.6 vs 55.9 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 Albert Einstein High and Urbana High?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Kensington and Ijamsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert Einstein High: 1,991. Urbana High: 1,989. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert Einstein High and Urbana High rank in Maryland?
Albert Einstein High is 91st of 197 and Urbana High is 15th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).