Colin L Powell Academy vs Roland Park Elementary/Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 77 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
Roland Park Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,371 students
| Measure | Colin L Powell Academy Fort Washington, Maryland | Roland Park Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #479 of 879 | #208 of 879 |
| National rank | #31725 of 50,301 | #14355 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,661 | 1,371 |
| Enrollment | 1,661 | 1,371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66% | 33% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 64% |
| Math proficiency | – | 58% |
| city | Fort Washington | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Roland Park Elementary/Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 40.3).
- •Roland Park Elementary/Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33% vs 66%).
- •Colin L Powell Academy does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 18.8).
- •Colin L Powell Academy is the larger school with 1,661 students compared with 1,371.
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 Roland Park Elementary/Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Roland Park Elementary/Middle ranks higher (65.7 vs 40.3 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 Roland Park Elementary/Middle?
About 77 km in a straight line, between Fort Washington and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colin L Powell Academy: 1,661. Roland Park Elementary/Middle: 1,371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colin L Powell Academy and Roland Park Elementary/Middle rank in Maryland?
Colin L Powell Academy is 479th of 879 and Roland Park Elementary/Middle is 208th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).