Arbutus Elementary vs Relay Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.8 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
Relay Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
581 students
| Measure | Arbutus Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Relay Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #478 of 879 | #472 of 879 |
| National rank | #31714 of 50,301 | #31232 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 410 | 581 |
| Enrollment | 410 | 581 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 52.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.3 vs 41.1).
- •Arbutus Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Arbutus Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Relay Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 61%).
- •Relay Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.4).
- •Relay Elementary is the larger school with 581 students compared with 410.
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 Relay Elementary?
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 Arbutus Elementary and Relay Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arbutus Elementary: 410. Relay Elementary: 581. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arbutus Elementary and Relay Elementary rank in Maryland?
Arbutus Elementary is 478th of 879 and Relay Elementary is 472nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).