Bladensburg Elementary vs Salem Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 106 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bladensburg Elementary
Bladensburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
713 students
Salem Avenue Elementary
Hagerstown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
713 students
| Measure | Bladensburg Elementary Bladensburg, Maryland | Salem Avenue Elementary Hagerstown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #679 of 879 | #620 of 879 |
| National rank | #42158 of 50,301 | #39717 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 713 | 713 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 713 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 29% |
| city | Bladensburg | Hagerstown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.2 vs 24.2).
- •Salem Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 25%).
- •Salem Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 30%).
- •Salem Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83% vs 91.4%).
- •Bladensburg Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.3).
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 Bladensburg Elementary better than Salem Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Avenue Elementary ranks higher (28.2 vs 24.2 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 Bladensburg Elementary and Salem Avenue Elementary?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Bladensburg and Hagerstown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bladensburg Elementary: 713. Salem Avenue Elementary: 713. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bladensburg Elementary and Salem Avenue Elementary rank in Maryland?
Bladensburg Elementary is 679th of 879 and Salem Avenue Elementary is 620th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).