College Park Academy vs Parkdale High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
College Park Academy
Riverdale · Charter high · Grades 6–12
682 students
Parkdale High
Riverdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,588 students
| Measure | College Park Academy Riverdale, Maryland | Parkdale High Riverdale, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 197 | #171 of 197 |
| National rank | #9829 of 16,910 | #15177 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 682 | 2,588 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 2,588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.2% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 18% |
| city | Riverdale | Riverdale |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •College Park Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 20.6).
- •College Park Academy does better on math proficiency (29% vs 18%).
- •College Park Academy does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 39%).
- •College Park Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.2% vs 96.8%).
- •College Park Academy does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 16.9).
- •Parkdale High is the larger school with 2,588 students compared with 682.
- •College Park Academy is a charter school while Parkdale High 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 College Park Academy better than Parkdale High?
On the Success Index (US), College Park Academy ranks higher (44.4 vs 20.6 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 College Park Academy and Parkdale High?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Riverdale and Riverdale in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
College Park Academy: 682. Parkdale High: 2,588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do College Park Academy and Parkdale High rank in Maryland?
College Park Academy is 128th of 197 and Parkdale High is 171st of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).