Bowie High vs Crofton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowie High
Bowie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,580 students
Crofton High School
Gambrills · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,906 students
| Measure | Bowie High Bowie, Maryland | Crofton High School Gambrills, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #123 of 197 | #58 of 197 |
| National rank | #9387 of 16,910 | #4239 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,580 | 1,906 |
| Enrollment | 2,580 | 1,906 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.8% | 17.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Bowie | Gambrills |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Crofton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.2 vs 46.2).
- •Crofton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.3% vs 52.8%).
- •Bowie High does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 19.4).
- •Bowie High is the larger school with 2,580 students compared with 1,906.
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 Bowie High better than Crofton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Crofton High School ranks higher (66.2 vs 46.2 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 Bowie High and Crofton High School?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Bowie and Gambrills in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowie High: 2,580. Crofton High School: 1,906. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowie High and Crofton High School rank in Maryland?
Bowie High is 123rd of 197 and Crofton High School is 58th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).