C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School vs William B. Wade Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School
Waldorf · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
598 students
William B. Wade Elementary School
Waldorf · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
651 students
| Measure | C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School Waldorf, Maryland | William B. Wade Elementary School Waldorf, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #442 of 879 | #465 of 879 |
| National rank | #29567 of 50,301 | #30600 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 598 | 651 |
| Enrollment | 598 | 651 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.5% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 35% |
| city | Waldorf | Waldorf |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.5 vs 42.1).
- •C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 35%).
- •William B. Wade Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 35%).
- •William B. Wade Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.1% vs 60.5%).
- •William B. Wade Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.6).
- •William B. Wade Elementary School is the larger school with 651 students compared with 598.
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. Paul Barnhart Elementary School better than William B. Wade Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School ranks higher (43.5 vs 42.1 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 C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School and William B. Wade Elementary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Waldorf and Waldorf in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School: 598. William B. Wade Elementary School: 651. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School and William B. Wade Elementary School rank in Maryland?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is 442nd of 879 and William B. Wade Elementary School is 465th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).