Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary vs Elk Neck Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 121 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
Elk Neck Elementary
Elkton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
428 students
| Measure | Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown, Maryland | Elk Neck Elementary Elkton, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 879 | #274 of 879 |
| National rank | #31728 of 50,301 | #18980 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% | 49.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 52% |
| city | Germantown | Elkton |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elk Neck Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.8 vs 40.3).
- •Elk Neck Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 29%).
- •Elk Neck Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Elk Neck Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.5% 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 Elk Neck Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Elk Neck Elementary ranks higher (58.8 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 Elk Neck Elementary?
About 121 km in a straight line, between Germantown and Elkton in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary: 428. Elk Neck Elementary: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary and Elk Neck Elementary rank in Maryland?
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary is 480th of 879 and Elk Neck Elementary is 274th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).