Bowie High vs Parkdale High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 14 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
Parkdale High
Riverdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,588 students
| Measure | Bowie High Bowie, Maryland | Parkdale High Riverdale, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #123 of 197 | #171 of 197 |
| National rank | #9387 of 16,910 | #15177 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,580 | 2,588 |
| Enrollment | 2,580 | 2,588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.8% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 18% |
| city | Bowie | Riverdale |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bowie High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 20.6).
- •Bowie High does better on math proficiency (35% vs 18%).
- •Bowie High does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 39%).
- •Bowie High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.8% vs 96.8%).
- •Parkdale High does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 19.1).
- •Parkdale High is the larger school with 2,588 students compared with 2,580.
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 Parkdale High?
On the Success Index (US), Bowie High ranks higher (46.2 vs 20.6 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 Parkdale High?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Bowie and Riverdale in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowie High: 2,580. Parkdale High: 2,588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowie High and Parkdale High rank in Maryland?
Bowie High is 123rd of 197 and Parkdale High is 171st of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).