Central Elementary vs Ocean City Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 142 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Edgewater · Public elementary · Grades K–5
566 students
Ocean City Elementary
Ocean City · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
566 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Edgewater, Maryland | Ocean City Elementary Ocean City, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #112 of 879 | #25 of 879 |
| National rank | #8306 of 50,301 | #2175 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 566 | 566 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 566 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 37.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 76% |
| city | Edgewater | Ocean City |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ocean City Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.6 vs 74.4).
- •Ocean City Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 61%).
- •Ocean City Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 60%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.1% vs 37.8%).
- •Ocean City Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.8).
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 Central Elementary better than Ocean City Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ocean City Elementary ranks higher (85.6 vs 74.4 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 Central Elementary and Ocean City Elementary?
About 142 km in a straight line, between Edgewater and Ocean City in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 566. Ocean City Elementary: 566. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Ocean City Elementary rank in Maryland?
Central Elementary is 112th of 879 and Ocean City Elementary is 25th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).