Arcola Elementary vs Glenallan Elementary
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.
Arcola Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
747 students
Glenallan Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
679 students
| Measure | Arcola Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland | Glenallan Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #558 of 879 | #494 of 879 |
| National rank | #36711 of 50,301 | #32488 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 747 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 747 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 61.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 36% |
| city | Silver Spring | Silver Spring |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glenallan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 32.8).
- •Glenallan Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 26%).
- •Glenallan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •Arcola Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 61.7%).
- •Glenallan Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.1).
- •Arcola Elementary is the larger school with 747 students compared with 679.
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 Arcola Elementary better than Glenallan Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Glenallan Elementary ranks higher (39.2 vs 32.8 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 Arcola Elementary and Glenallan Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcola Elementary: 747. Glenallan Elementary: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcola Elementary and Glenallan Elementary rank in Maryland?
Arcola Elementary is 558th of 879 and Glenallan Elementary is 494th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).