Dr. James Craik Elementary School vs Sunset Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. James Craik Elementary School
Pomfret · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
Sunset Elementary
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
| Measure | Dr. James Craik Elementary School Pomfret, Maryland | Sunset Elementary Pasadena, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #152 of 879 | #299 of 879 |
| National rank | #10509 of 50,301 | #20363 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 520 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39% | 41.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 46% |
| city | Pomfret | Pasadena |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. James Craik Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 56.9).
- •Dr. James Craik Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 46%).
- •Dr. James Craik Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 56%).
- •Dr. James Craik Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39% vs 41.3%).
- •Dr. James Craik Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.3).
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 Dr. James Craik Elementary School better than Sunset Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. James Craik Elementary School ranks higher (71.1 vs 56.9 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 Dr. James Craik Elementary School and Sunset Elementary?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Pomfret and Pasadena in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. James Craik Elementary School: 520. Sunset Elementary: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. James Craik Elementary School and Sunset Elementary rank in Maryland?
Dr. James Craik Elementary School is 152nd of 879 and Sunset Elementary is 299th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).