Ardmore Elementary vs James McHenry Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ardmore Elementary
Springdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
470 students
James McHenry Elementary
Lanham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
610 students
| Measure | Ardmore Elementary Springdale, Maryland | James McHenry Elementary Lanham, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #600 of 879 | #719 of 879 |
| National rank | #38662 of 50,301 | #43905 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 470 | 610 |
| Enrollment | 470 | 610 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.3% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 18% |
| city | Springdale | Lanham |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ardmore Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 21.5).
- •Ardmore Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 18%).
- •Ardmore Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 28%).
- •James McHenry Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 92.3%).
- •Ardmore Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.0).
- •James McHenry Elementary is the larger school with 610 students compared with 470.
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 Ardmore Elementary better than James McHenry Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ardmore Elementary ranks higher (29.8 vs 21.5 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 Ardmore Elementary and James McHenry Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Springdale and Lanham in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ardmore Elementary: 470. James McHenry Elementary: 610. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ardmore Elementary and James McHenry Elementary rank in Maryland?
Ardmore Elementary is 600th of 879 and James McHenry Elementary is 719th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).