Catherine T. Reed Elementary vs Guilford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Catherine T. Reed Elementary
Lanham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
437 students
Guilford Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
437 students
| Measure | Catherine T. Reed Elementary Lanham, Maryland | Guilford Elementary Columbia, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #739 of 879 | #457 of 879 |
| National rank | #44712 of 50,301 | #30225 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 437 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 31% |
| city | Lanham | Columbia |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Guilford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 20.2).
- •Guilford Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 14%).
- •Guilford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 20%).
- •Guilford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 90.4%).
- •Catherine T. Reed Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.1).
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 Catherine T. Reed Elementary better than Guilford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Guilford Elementary ranks higher (42.6 vs 20.2 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 Catherine T. Reed Elementary and Guilford Elementary?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Lanham and Columbia in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Catherine T. Reed Elementary: 437. Guilford Elementary: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Catherine T. Reed Elementary and Guilford Elementary rank in Maryland?
Catherine T. Reed Elementary is 739th of 879 and Guilford Elementary is 457th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).