Benfield Elementary vs Severna Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benfield Elementary
Severna Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
Severna Park Elementary
Severna Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
372 students
| Measure | Benfield Elementary Severna Park, Maryland | Severna Park Elementary Severna Park, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #16 of 879 | #50 of 879 |
| National rank | #1455 of 50,301 | #3921 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 500 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.2% | 8.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 66% |
| city | Severna Park | Severna Park |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.5 vs 82.0).
- •Benfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 66%).
- •Benfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 72%).
- •Benfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.2% vs 8.3%).
- •Severna Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.6).
- •Benfield Elementary is the larger school with 500 students compared with 372.
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 Benfield Elementary better than Severna Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Benfield Elementary ranks higher (87.5 vs 82.0 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 Benfield Elementary and Severna Park Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Severna Park and Severna Park in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benfield Elementary: 500. Severna Park Elementary: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benfield Elementary and Severna Park Elementary rank in Maryland?
Benfield Elementary is 16th of 879 and Severna Park Elementary is 50th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).