Calverton Elementary vs Northfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calverton Elementary
Beltsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
767 students
Northfield Elementary
Ellicott City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
764 students
| Measure | Calverton Elementary Beltsville, Maryland | Northfield Elementary Ellicott City, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #782 of 879 | #96 of 879 |
| National rank | #45954 of 50,301 | #7351 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 767 | 764 |
| Enrollment | 767 | 764 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 17.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 63% |
| city | Beltsville | Ellicott City |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 18.2).
- •Northfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 12%).
- •Northfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 26%).
- •Northfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.5% vs 94.5%).
- •Calverton Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.9).
- •Calverton Elementary is the larger school with 767 students compared with 764.
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 Calverton Elementary better than Northfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northfield Elementary ranks higher (76.0 vs 18.2 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 Calverton Elementary and Northfield Elementary?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Beltsville and Ellicott City in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calverton Elementary: 767. Northfield Elementary: 764. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calverton Elementary and Northfield Elementary rank in Maryland?
Calverton Elementary is 782nd of 879 and Northfield Elementary is 96th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).