Benfield Elementary vs Severna Park Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 355 m 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 Middle
Severna Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,386 students
| Measure | Benfield Elementary Severna Park, Maryland | Severna Park Middle Severna Park, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #16 of 879 | #10 of 225 |
| National rank | #1455 of 50,301 | #823 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 500 | 1,386 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 1,386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.2% | 7.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 75% |
| city | Severna Park | Severna Park |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.5 vs 84.5).
- •Benfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 75%).
- •Benfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 77%).
- •Severna Park Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.8% vs 8.2%).
- •Benfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.1).
- •Severna Park Middle is the larger school with 1,386 students compared with 500.
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 Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Benfield Elementary ranks higher (87.5 vs 84.5 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 Middle?
About 355 m in a straight line, between Severna Park and Severna Park in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benfield Elementary: 500. Severna Park Middle: 1,386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benfield Elementary and Severna Park Middle rank in Maryland?
Benfield Elementary is 16th of 879 and Severna Park Middle is 10th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).