Beacon Heights Elementary vs Parkdale High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beacon Heights Elementary
Riverdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
342 students
Parkdale High
Riverdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,588 students
| Measure | Beacon Heights Elementary Riverdale, Maryland | Parkdale High Riverdale, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #750 of 879 | #171 of 197 |
| National rank | #45009 of 50,301 | #15177 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 342 | 2,588 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 2,588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.8% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 18% |
| city | Riverdale | Riverdale |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.7 vs 20.6).
- •Parkdale High does better on math proficiency (18% vs 11%).
- •Parkdale High does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 20%).
- •Beacon Heights Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.8% vs 96.8%).
- •Beacon Heights Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 16.9).
- •Parkdale High is the larger school with 2,588 students compared with 342.
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 Beacon Heights Elementary better than Parkdale High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Beacon Heights Elementary and Parkdale High?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Riverdale and Riverdale in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beacon Heights Elementary: 342. Parkdale High: 2,588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beacon Heights Elementary and Parkdale High rank in Maryland?
Beacon Heights Elementary is 750th of 879 and Parkdale High is 171st of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).