Belle Grove Elementary vs Curtis Bay Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belle Grove Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
305 students
Curtis Bay Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
470 students
| Measure | Belle Grove Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Curtis Bay Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #709 of 879 | #710 of 879 |
| National rank | #43430 of 50,301 | #43439 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 305 | 470 |
| Enrollment | 305 | 470 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 6% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.2 vs 22.2).
- •Belle Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 6%).
- •Belle Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 8%).
- •Curtis Bay Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.3% vs 88.9%).
- •Belle Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 11.8).
- •Curtis Bay Elementary is the larger school with 470 students compared with 305.
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 Belle Grove Elementary better than Curtis Bay Elementary?
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 Belle Grove Elementary and Curtis Bay Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belle Grove Elementary: 305. Curtis Bay Elementary: 470. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belle Grove Elementary and Curtis Bay Elementary rank in Maryland?
Belle Grove Elementary is 709th of 879 and Curtis Bay Elementary is 710th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).