Dowell Elementary vs Southern Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 5.7 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
Southern Middle
Lusby · Public middle · Grades 6–8
442 students
| Measure | Dowell Elementary Lusby, Maryland | Southern Middle Lusby, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #357 of 879 | #132 of 225 |
| National rank | #24521 of 50,301 | #10177 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 541 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 50.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 28% |
| city | Lusby | Lusby |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dowell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.9 vs 38.5).
- •Dowell Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •Dowell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 38%).
- •Dowell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 50.5%).
- •Dowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.3).
- •Dowell Elementary is the larger school with 541 students compared with 442.
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 Southern Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dowell Elementary ranks higher (50.9 vs 38.5 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 Dowell Elementary and Southern Middle?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Lusby and Lusby in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dowell Elementary: 541. Southern Middle: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dowell Elementary and Southern Middle rank in Maryland?
Dowell Elementary is 357th of 879 and Southern Middle is 132nd of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).