Ashburton Elementary vs Walter Johnson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 741 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashburton Elementary
Bethesda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
871 students
Walter Johnson High
Bethesda · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,016 students
| Measure | Ashburton Elementary Bethesda, Maryland | Walter Johnson High Bethesda, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #238 of 879 | #10 of 197 |
| National rank | #15895 of 50,301 | #1054 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 871 | 3,016 |
| Enrollment | 871 | 3,016 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.5% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 78% |
| city | Bethesda | Bethesda |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter Johnson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 63.3).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on math proficiency (78% vs 57%).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 54%).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 21.5%).
- •Ashburton Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.2).
- •Walter Johnson High is the larger school with 3,016 students compared with 871.
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 Ashburton Elementary better than Walter Johnson High?
On the Success Index (US), Walter Johnson High ranks higher (81.5 vs 63.3 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 Ashburton Elementary and Walter Johnson High?
About 741 m in a straight line, between Bethesda and Bethesda in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashburton Elementary: 871. Walter Johnson High: 3,016. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashburton Elementary and Walter Johnson High rank in Maryland?
Ashburton Elementary is 238th of 879 and Walter Johnson High is 10th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).