Coppin Academy vs Matthew A. Henson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 923 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coppin Academy
Baltimore · Charter high · Grades 9–12
450 students
Matthew A. Henson Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
199 students
| Measure | Coppin Academy Baltimore, Maryland | Matthew A. Henson Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #195 of 197 | #868 of 879 |
| National rank | #16422 of 16,910 | #49100 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 450 | 199 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 199 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.8% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 2.5% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 2.5% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.2 vs 11.3).
- •Coppin Academy does better on math proficiency (5% vs 2.5%).
- •Coppin Academy does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 2.5%).
- •Coppin Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.8% vs 85.9%).
- •Matthew A. Henson Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 16.7).
- •Coppin Academy is the larger school with 450 students compared with 199.
- •Coppin Academy is a charter school while Matthew A. Henson 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 Coppin Academy better than Matthew A. Henson Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Coppin Academy and Matthew A. Henson Elementary?
About 923 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coppin Academy: 450. Matthew A. Henson Elementary: 199. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coppin Academy and Matthew A. Henson Elementary rank in Maryland?
Coppin Academy is 195th of 197 and Matthew A. Henson Elementary is 868th of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).