Chesapeake High vs Kenwood High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chesapeake High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,052 students
Kenwood High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,900 students
| Measure | Chesapeake High Baltimore, Maryland | Kenwood High Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #158 of 197 | #161 of 197 |
| National rank | #14666 of 16,910 | #14841 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,052 | 1,900 |
| Enrollment | 1,052 | 1,900 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.2% | 66.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 13% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.5 vs 22.6).
- •Kenwood High does better on math proficiency (13% vs 12%).
- •Chesapeake High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •Kenwood High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.4% vs 67.2%).
- •Chesapeake High does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.4).
- •Kenwood High is the larger school with 1,900 students compared with 1,052.
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 Chesapeake High better than Kenwood High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Chesapeake High and Kenwood High?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chesapeake High: 1,052. Kenwood High: 1,900. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chesapeake High and Kenwood High rank in Maryland?
Chesapeake High is 158th of 197 and Kenwood High is 161st of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).