Deerfield Run Elementary vs James H. Harrison 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.
Deerfield Run Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
482 students
James H. Harrison Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
304 students
| Measure | Deerfield Run Elementary Laurel, Maryland | James H. Harrison Elementary Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #775 of 879 | #665 of 879 |
| National rank | #45778 of 50,301 | #41519 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 482 | 304 |
| Enrollment | 482 | 304 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 22% |
| city | Laurel | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James H. Harrison Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.3 vs 18.5).
- •James H. Harrison Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •James H. Harrison Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Deerfield Run Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 91.4%).
- •James H. Harrison Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 13.8).
- •Deerfield Run Elementary is the larger school with 482 students compared with 304.
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 Deerfield Run Elementary better than James H. Harrison Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James H. Harrison Elementary ranks higher (25.3 vs 18.5 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 Deerfield Run Elementary and James H. Harrison Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deerfield Run Elementary: 482. James H. Harrison Elementary: 304. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deerfield Run Elementary and James H. Harrison Elementary rank in Maryland?
Deerfield Run Elementary is 775th of 879 and James H. Harrison Elementary is 665th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).