Barbara Ingram School for the Arts vs Salem Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barbara Ingram School for the Arts
Hagerstown · Public high · Grades 9–12
347 students
Salem Avenue Elementary
Hagerstown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
713 students
| Measure | Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Hagerstown, Maryland | Salem Avenue Elementary Hagerstown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #6 of 197 | #620 of 879 |
| National rank | #775 of 16,910 | #39717 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 347 | 713 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 713 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.7% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 29% |
| city | Hagerstown | Hagerstown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barbara Ingram School for the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.8 vs 28.2).
- •Barbara Ingram School for the Arts does better on math proficiency (77% vs 29%).
- •Barbara Ingram School for the Arts does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 35%).
- •Barbara Ingram School for the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.7% vs 83%).
- •Salem Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.5).
- •Salem Avenue Elementary is the larger school with 713 students compared with 347.
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 Barbara Ingram School for the Arts better than Salem Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Barbara Ingram School for the Arts ranks higher (83.8 vs 28.2 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 Barbara Ingram School for the Arts and Salem Avenue Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Hagerstown and Hagerstown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barbara Ingram School for the Arts: 347. Salem Avenue Elementary: 713. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barbara Ingram School for the Arts and Salem Avenue Elementary rank in Maryland?
Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is 6th of 197 and Salem Avenue Elementary is 620th of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).