City Springs Elementary/Middle vs National Academy Foundation
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 806 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
City Springs Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
483 students
National Academy Foundation
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 6–12
801 students
| Measure | City Springs Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland | National Academy Foundation Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #836 of 879 | #180 of 197 |
| National rank | #47813 of 50,301 | #15566 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 483 | 801 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 801 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.2% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 4% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 2% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •National Academy Foundation scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.3 vs 14.6).
- •City Springs Elementary/Middle does better on math proficiency (7% vs 2%).
- •City Springs Elementary/Middle does better on reading proficiency (14% vs 4%).
- •National Academy Foundation does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 88.2%).
- •National Academy Foundation does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.2).
- •National Academy Foundation is the larger school with 801 students compared with 483.
- •City Springs Elementary/Middle is a charter school while National Academy Foundation is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 City Springs Elementary/Middle better than National Academy Foundation?
On the Success Index (US), National Academy Foundation ranks higher (18.3 vs 14.6 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 City Springs Elementary/Middle and National Academy Foundation?
About 806 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
City Springs Elementary/Middle: 483. National Academy Foundation: 801. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do City Springs Elementary/Middle and National Academy Foundation rank in Maryland?
City Springs Elementary/Middle is 836th of 879 and National Academy Foundation is 180th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).