College Park Academy vs University Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.4 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
University Park Elementary
Hyattsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
538 students
| Measure | College Park Academy Riverdale, Maryland | University Park Elementary Hyattsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 197 | #469 of 879 |
| National rank | #9829 of 16,910 | #30843 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 682 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.2% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 33% |
| city | Riverdale | Hyattsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •College Park Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 41.7).
- •University Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 29%).
- •College Park Academy does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 42%).
- •College Park Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.2% vs 61.2%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 16.6).
- •College Park Academy is the larger school with 682 students compared with 538.
- •College Park Academy is a charter school while University Park Elementary 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 University Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), College Park Academy ranks higher (44.4 vs 41.7 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 University Park Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Riverdale and Hyattsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
College Park Academy: 682. University Park Elementary: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do College Park Academy and University Park Elementary rank in Maryland?
College Park Academy is 128th of 197 and University Park Elementary is 469th of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).