Buckingham Elementary vs Friendship Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 206 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buckingham Elementary
Berlin · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
518 students
Friendship Valley Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
518 students
| Measure | Buckingham Elementary Berlin, Maryland | Friendship Valley Elementary Westminster, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #167 of 879 | #219 of 879 |
| National rank | #11708 of 50,301 | #15039 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 518 | 518 |
| Enrollment | 518 | 518 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 30.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 58% |
| city | Berlin | Westminster |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buckingham Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 64.6).
- •Friendship Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Buckingham Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Friendship Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.3% vs 48.5%).
- •Buckingham Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.0).
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 Buckingham Elementary better than Friendship Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Buckingham Elementary ranks higher (69.4 vs 64.6 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 Buckingham Elementary and Friendship Valley Elementary?
About 206 km in a straight line, between Berlin and Westminster in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buckingham Elementary: 518. Friendship Valley Elementary: 518. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buckingham Elementary and Friendship Valley Elementary rank in Maryland?
Buckingham Elementary is 167th of 879 and Friendship Valley Elementary is 219th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).