Arcola Elementary vs South Lake Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 18 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
South Lake Elementary
Gaithersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
746 students
| Measure | Arcola Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland | South Lake Elementary Gaithersburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #558 of 879 | #557 of 879 |
| National rank | #36711 of 50,301 | #36693 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 747 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 747 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 66.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 30% |
| city | Silver Spring | Gaithersburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.8 vs 32.9).
- •South Lake Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 26%).
- •Arcola Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Arcola Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 66.1%).
- •South Lake Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.1).
- •Arcola Elementary is the larger school with 747 students compared with 746.
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 South Lake 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 Arcola Elementary and South Lake Elementary?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Gaithersburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcola Elementary: 747. South Lake Elementary: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcola Elementary and South Lake Elementary rank in Maryland?
Arcola Elementary is 558th of 879 and South Lake Elementary is 557th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).