Dowell Elementary vs Hollywood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 8.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dowell Elementary
Lusby · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
541 students
Hollywood Elementary
Hollywood · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
414 students
| Measure | Dowell Elementary Lusby, Maryland | Hollywood Elementary Hollywood, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #357 of 879 | #242 of 879 |
| National rank | #24521 of 50,301 | #16038 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 541 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 32.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| city | Lusby | Hollywood |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hollywood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 50.9).
- •Hollywood Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •Hollywood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 45%).
- •Hollywood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.1% vs 47.3%).
- •Dowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.9).
- •Dowell Elementary is the larger school with 541 students compared with 414.
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 Dowell Elementary better than Hollywood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hollywood Elementary ranks higher (63.1 vs 50.9 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 Dowell Elementary and Hollywood Elementary?
About 8.2 km in a straight line, between Lusby and Hollywood in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dowell Elementary: 541. Hollywood Elementary: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dowell Elementary and Hollywood Elementary rank in Maryland?
Dowell Elementary is 357th of 879 and Hollywood Elementary is 242nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).