Arlington Elementary vs Pimlico Elementary/Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
529 students
Pimlico Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
732 students
| Measure | Arlington Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Pimlico Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #850 of 879 | #864 of 879 |
| National rank | #48322 of 50,301 | #48878 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 529 | 732 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 732 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.1% | 82.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 12% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arlington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.4 vs 12.0).
- •Pimlico Elementary/Middle does better on math proficiency (12% vs 7%).
- •Arlington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 14%).
- •Arlington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.1% vs 82.5%).
- •Arlington Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.4).
- •Pimlico Elementary/Middle is the larger school with 732 students compared with 529.
- •Arlington Elementary is a public school while Pimlico Elementary/Middle is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Arlington Elementary better than Pimlico Elementary/Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Arlington Elementary ranks higher (13.4 vs 12.0 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 Arlington Elementary and Pimlico Elementary/Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Elementary: 529. Pimlico Elementary/Middle: 732. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Elementary and Pimlico Elementary/Middle rank in Maryland?
Arlington Elementary is 850th of 879 and Pimlico Elementary/Middle is 864th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).