Bedford Elementary vs Riverdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 47 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bedford Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
586 students
Riverdale Elementary
Riverdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
586 students
| Measure | Bedford Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Riverdale Elementary Riverdale, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #577 of 879 | #792 of 879 |
| National rank | #37460 of 50,301 | #46190 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 586 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.5% | 93.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| city | Baltimore | Riverdale |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bedford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 17.8).
- •Bedford Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Bedford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Bedford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.5% vs 93.7%).
- •Riverdale Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 16.7).
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 Bedford Elementary better than Riverdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Bedford Elementary ranks higher (31.6 vs 17.8 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 Bedford Elementary and Riverdale Elementary?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Riverdale in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bedford Elementary: 586. Riverdale Elementary: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bedford Elementary and Riverdale Elementary rank in Maryland?
Bedford Elementary is 577th of 879 and Riverdale Elementary is 792nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).