Deep Creek Elementary vs Sussex Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deep Creek Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
Sussex Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
475 students
| Measure | Deep Creek Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Sussex Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #811 of 879 | #762 of 879 |
| National rank | #46753 of 50,301 | #45327 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 385 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 20% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sussex Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.3 vs 16.7).
- •Sussex Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 9%).
- •Sussex Elementary does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 14%).
- •Sussex Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.9% vs 80.3%).
- •Deep Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.8).
- •Sussex Elementary is the larger school with 475 students compared with 385.
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 Deep Creek Elementary better than Sussex Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sussex Elementary ranks higher (19.3 vs 16.7 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 Deep Creek Elementary and Sussex Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deep Creek Elementary: 385. Sussex Elementary: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deep Creek Elementary and Sussex Elementary rank in Maryland?
Deep Creek Elementary is 811th of 879 and Sussex Elementary is 762nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).