Colin L Powell Academy vs Friendly High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 4.3 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
Friendly High
Fort Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
894 students
| Measure | Colin L Powell Academy Fort Washington, Maryland | Friendly High Fort Washington, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #479 of 879 | #141 of 197 |
| National rank | #31725 of 50,301 | #12170 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,661 | 894 |
| Enrollment | 1,661 | 894 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66% | 63.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| 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 35.1).
- •Friendly High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.5% vs 66%).
- •Friendly High 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 894.
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 Friendly High?
On the Success Index (US), Colin L Powell Academy ranks higher (40.3 vs 35.1 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 Friendly High?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Fort Washington and Fort Washington in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colin L Powell Academy: 1,661. Friendly High: 894. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colin L Powell Academy and Friendly High rank in Maryland?
Colin L Powell Academy is 479th of 879 and Friendly High is 141st of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).