Arbutus Elementary vs Furley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arbutus Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
410 students
Furley Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
410 students
| Measure | Arbutus Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Furley Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #478 of 879 | #742 of 879 |
| National rank | #31714 of 50,301 | #44827 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 410 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 410 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 85.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arbutus Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 20.0).
- •Arbutus Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Arbutus Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Arbutus Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61% vs 85.1%).
- •Furley Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 16.4).
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 Arbutus Elementary better than Furley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arbutus Elementary ranks higher (40.3 vs 20.0 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 Arbutus Elementary and Furley Elementary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arbutus Elementary: 410. Furley Elementary: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arbutus Elementary and Furley Elementary rank in Maryland?
Arbutus Elementary is 478th of 879 and Furley Elementary is 742nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).