Colonel Richardson High School vs Preston Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colonel Richardson High School
Federalsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
528 students
Preston Elementary School
Preston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
381 students
| Measure | Colonel Richardson High School Federalsburg, Maryland | Preston Elementary School Preston, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #107 of 197 | #380 of 879 |
| National rank | #8279 of 16,910 | #26451 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 528 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.9% | 60.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Federalsburg | Preston |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Colonel Richardson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.4 vs 48.1).
- •Colonel Richardson High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Preston Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.1% vs 65.9%).
- •Colonel Richardson High School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.6).
- •Colonel Richardson High School is the larger school with 528 students compared with 381.
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 Colonel Richardson High School better than Preston Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Colonel Richardson High School ranks higher (50.4 vs 48.1 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 Colonel Richardson High School and Preston Elementary School?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Federalsburg and Preston in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colonel Richardson High School: 528. Preston Elementary School: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colonel Richardson High School and Preston Elementary School rank in Maryland?
Colonel Richardson High School is 107th of 197 and Preston Elementary School is 380th of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).