Dowell Elementary vs Ring Factory Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 129 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
Ring Factory Elementary
Bel Air · Public elementary · Grades K–5
541 students
| Measure | Dowell Elementary Lusby, Maryland | Ring Factory Elementary Bel Air, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #357 of 879 | #106 of 879 |
| National rank | #24521 of 50,301 | #7683 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 541 | 541 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 541 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 20.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 64% |
| city | Lusby | Bel Air |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ring Factory Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 50.9).
- •Ring Factory Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 43%).
- •Ring Factory Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 45%).
- •Ring Factory Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.5% vs 47.3%).
- •Dowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.4).
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 Ring Factory Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ring Factory Elementary ranks higher (75.5 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 Ring Factory Elementary?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Lusby and Bel Air in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dowell Elementary: 541. Ring Factory Elementary: 541. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dowell Elementary and Ring Factory Elementary rank in Maryland?
Dowell Elementary is 357th of 879 and Ring Factory Elementary is 106th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).