Albert Einstein High vs Wheaton High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 2.3 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
Wheaton High
Silver Spring · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,794 students
| Measure | Albert Einstein High Kensington, Maryland | Wheaton High Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #91 of 197 | #95 of 197 |
| National rank | #6814 of 16,910 | #7311 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,991 | 2,794 |
| Enrollment | 1,991 | 2,794 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.4% | 56.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 50% |
| city | Kensington | Silver Spring |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albert Einstein High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.9 vs 54.1).
- •Wheaton High does better on math proficiency (50% vs 41%).
- •Wheaton High does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 58%).
- •Albert Einstein High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 56.6%).
- •Albert Einstein High does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.2).
- •Wheaton High is the larger school with 2,794 students compared with 1,991.
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 Wheaton High?
On the Success Index (US), Albert Einstein High ranks higher (55.9 vs 54.1 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 Albert Einstein High and Wheaton High?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Kensington and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert Einstein High: 1,991. Wheaton High: 2,794. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert Einstein High and Wheaton High rank in Maryland?
Albert Einstein High is 91st of 197 and Wheaton High is 95th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).