Benjamin D. Foulois Academy vs East Silver Spring Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy
Morningside · Public elementary · Grades K–8
540 students
East Silver Spring Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
540 students
| Measure | Benjamin D. Foulois Academy Morningside, Maryland | East Silver Spring Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #401 of 879 | #341 of 879 |
| National rank | #27522 of 50,301 | #23821 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 540 | 540 |
| Enrollment | 540 | 540 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 52.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 43% |
| city | Morningside | Silver Spring |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Silver Spring Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.9 vs 46.5).
- •East Silver Spring Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •East Silver Spring Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 44%).
- •Benjamin D. Foulois Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 52.6%).
- •East Silver Spring Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.9).
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 Benjamin D. Foulois Academy better than East Silver Spring Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), East Silver Spring Elementary ranks higher (51.9 vs 46.5 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 Benjamin D. Foulois Academy and East Silver Spring Elementary?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Morningside and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy: 540. East Silver Spring Elementary: 540. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin D. Foulois Academy and East Silver Spring Elementary rank in Maryland?
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy is 401st of 879 and East Silver Spring Elementary is 341st of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).