Baltimore International Academy West vs Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baltimore International Academy West
Baltimore · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
239 students
Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
218 students
| Measure | Baltimore International Academy West Baltimore, Maryland | Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #419 of 879 | #826 of 879 |
| National rank | #28295 of 50,301 | #47297 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 239 | 218 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 218 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.1% | 82.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 21% |
| Math proficiency | – | 11% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baltimore International Academy West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 15.7).
- •Baltimore International Academy West does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.1% vs 82.1%).
- •Baltimore International Academy West does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.6).
- •Baltimore International Academy West is the larger school with 239 students compared with 218.
- •Baltimore International Academy West is a charter school while Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle is a public 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 Baltimore International Academy West better than Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Baltimore International Academy West ranks higher (45.4 vs 15.7 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 Baltimore International Academy West and Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baltimore International Academy West: 239. Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle: 218. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baltimore International Academy West and Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle rank in Maryland?
Baltimore International Academy West is 419th of 879 and Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle is 826th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).