Apple Grove Elementary vs Excel Academy Public Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Apple Grove Elementary
Fort Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
277 students
Excel Academy Public Charter
Fort Washington · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
454 students
| Measure | Apple Grove Elementary Fort Washington, Maryland | Excel Academy Public Charter Fort Washington, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #705 of 879 | #702 of 879 |
| National rank | #43257 of 50,301 | #43069 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 277 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 18% |
| city | Fort Washington | Fort Washington |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.5 vs 22.8).
- •Apple Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 18%).
- •Apple Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 28%).
- •Excel Academy Public Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 93.5%).
- •Apple Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 17.5).
- •Excel Academy Public Charter is the larger school with 454 students compared with 277.
- •Apple Grove Elementary is a public school while Excel Academy Public Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Apple Grove Elementary better than Excel Academy Public Charter?
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 Apple Grove Elementary and Excel Academy Public Charter?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Fort Washington and Fort Washington in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Apple Grove Elementary: 277. Excel Academy Public Charter: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Apple Grove Elementary and Excel Academy Public Charter rank in Maryland?
Apple Grove Elementary is 705th of 879 and Excel Academy Public Charter is 702nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).