Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary vs Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 98 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary
Germantown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
428 students
Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School
Newburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
428 students
| Measure | Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown, Maryland | Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School Newburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 879 | #224 of 879 |
| National rank | #31728 of 50,301 | #15308 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 428 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 428 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.4% | 40% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 55% |
| city | Germantown | Newburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.2 vs 40.3).
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 29%).
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 37%).
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 62.4%).
- •Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.2 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. Sally K. Ride Elementary better than Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School ranks higher (64.2 vs 40.3 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. Sally K. Ride Elementary and Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School?
About 98 km in a straight line, between Germantown and Newburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary: 428. Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary and Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School rank in Maryland?
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary is 480th of 879 and Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School is 224th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).