Cambridge-South Dorchester High School vs National Academy Foundation
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 95 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cambridge-South Dorchester High School
Cambridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
811 students
National Academy Foundation
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 6–12
801 students
| Measure | Cambridge-South Dorchester High School Cambridge, Maryland | National Academy Foundation Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 197 | #180 of 197 |
| National rank | #10736 of 16,910 | #15566 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 811 | 801 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 801 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 4% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 2% |
| city | Cambridge | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cambridge-South Dorchester High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.9 vs 18.3).
- •Cambridge-South Dorchester High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 2%).
- •Cambridge-South Dorchester High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 4%).
- •National Academy Foundation does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.9).
- •Cambridge-South Dorchester High School is the larger school with 811 students compared with 801.
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 Cambridge-South Dorchester High School better than National Academy Foundation?
On the Success Index (US), Cambridge-South Dorchester High School ranks higher (40.9 vs 18.3 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 Cambridge-South Dorchester High School and National Academy Foundation?
About 95 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cambridge-South Dorchester High School: 811. National Academy Foundation: 801. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cambridge-South Dorchester High School and National Academy Foundation rank in Maryland?
Cambridge-South Dorchester High School is 137th of 197 and National Academy Foundation is 180th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).