Cora L. Rice Elementary vs G. James Gholson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 61 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cora L. Rice Elementary
Landover · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
516 students
G. James Gholson Middle
Landover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
603 students
| Measure | Cora L. Rice Elementary Landover, Maryland | G. James Gholson Middle Landover, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #778 of 879 | #208 of 225 |
| National rank | #45840 of 50,301 | #14451 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 516 | 603 |
| Enrollment | 516 | 603 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.7% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 5% |
| city | Landover | Landover |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cora L. Rice Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.4 vs 15.9).
- •Cora L. Rice Elementary does better on math proficiency (8% vs 5%).
- •G. James Gholson Middle does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 17%).
- •Cora L. Rice Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.7% vs 95.2%).
- •Cora L. Rice Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.3).
- •G. James Gholson Middle is the larger school with 603 students compared with 516.
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 Cora L. Rice Elementary better than G. James Gholson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cora L. Rice Elementary ranks higher (18.4 vs 15.9 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 Cora L. Rice Elementary and G. James Gholson Middle?
About 61 m in a straight line, between Landover and Landover in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cora L. Rice Elementary: 516. G. James Gholson Middle: 603. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cora L. Rice Elementary and G. James Gholson Middle rank in Maryland?
Cora L. Rice Elementary is 778th of 879 and G. James Gholson Middle is 208th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).