C. Milton Wright High vs Forest Hill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. Milton Wright High
Bel Air · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,291 students
Forest Hill Elementary
Forest Hill · Public elementary · Grades K–5
451 students
| Measure | C. Milton Wright High Bel Air, Maryland | Forest Hill Elementary Forest Hill, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #31 of 197 | #93 of 879 |
| National rank | #1956 of 16,910 | #7056 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,291 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 1,291 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.3% | 15.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 62% |
| city | Bel Air | Forest Hill |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.9 vs 76.4).
- •C. Milton Wright High does better on math proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •C. Milton Wright High does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 65%).
- •Forest Hill Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.7% vs 25.3%).
- •Forest Hill Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.3).
- •C. Milton Wright High is the larger school with 1,291 students compared with 451.
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 C. Milton Wright High better than Forest Hill Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are C. Milton Wright High and Forest Hill Elementary?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Bel Air and Forest Hill in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. Milton Wright High: 1,291. Forest Hill Elementary: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. Milton Wright High and Forest Hill Elementary rank in Maryland?
C. Milton Wright High is 31st of 197 and Forest Hill Elementary is 93rd of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).