Colin L Powell Academy vs Fort Washington Forest Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colin L Powell Academy
Fort Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,661 students
Fort Washington Forest Elem
Fort Washington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
323 students
| Measure | Colin L Powell Academy Fort Washington, Maryland | Fort Washington Forest Elem Fort Washington, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #479 of 879 | #633 of 879 |
| National rank | #31725 of 50,301 | #40207 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,661 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 1,661 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66% | 60.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Fort Washington | Fort Washington |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Colin L Powell Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 27.3).
- •Fort Washington Forest Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.1% vs 66%).
- •Fort Washington Forest Elem does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.1).
- •Colin L Powell Academy is the larger school with 1,661 students compared with 323.
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 Colin L Powell Academy better than Fort Washington Forest Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Colin L Powell Academy ranks higher (40.3 vs 27.3 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 Colin L Powell Academy and Fort Washington Forest Elem?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Fort Washington and Fort Washington in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colin L Powell Academy: 1,661. Fort Washington Forest Elem: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colin L Powell Academy and Fort Washington Forest Elem rank in Maryland?
Colin L Powell Academy is 479th of 879 and Fort Washington Forest Elem is 633rd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).