Bethesda Elementary vs Chevy Chase Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethesda Elementary
Bethesda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
645 students
Chevy Chase Elementary
Chevy Chase · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
434 students
| Measure | Bethesda Elementary Bethesda, Maryland | Chevy Chase Elementary Chevy Chase, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #103 of 879 | #81 of 879 |
| National rank | #7637 of 50,301 | #6574 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 645 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.3% | 34.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 77% |
| city | Bethesda | Chevy Chase |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chevy Chase Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.2 vs 75.5).
- •Chevy Chase Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 69%).
- •Chevy Chase Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 68%).
- •Bethesda Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.3% vs 34.8%).
- •Bethesda Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.9).
- •Bethesda Elementary is the larger school with 645 students compared with 434.
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 Bethesda Elementary better than Chevy Chase Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Chevy Chase Elementary ranks higher (77.2 vs 75.5 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 Bethesda Elementary and Chevy Chase Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Bethesda and Chevy Chase in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethesda Elementary: 645. Chevy Chase Elementary: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethesda Elementary and Chevy Chase Elementary rank in Maryland?
Bethesda Elementary is 103rd of 879 and Chevy Chase Elementary is 81st of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).