Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School vs Elk Neck Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 159 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School
Newburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
428 students
Elk Neck Elementary
Elkton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
428 students
| Measure | Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School Newburg, Maryland | Elk Neck Elementary Elkton, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #224 of 879 | #274 of 879 |
| National rank | #15308 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 | 40% | 49.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 52% |
| city | Newburg | Elkton |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.2 vs 58.8).
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 49.5%).
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. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School better than Elk Neck Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School ranks higher (64.2 vs 58.8 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. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School and Elk Neck Elementary?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Newburg and Elkton in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School: 428. Elk Neck Elementary: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School and Elk Neck Elementary rank in Maryland?
Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School is 224th of 879 and Elk Neck Elementary is 274th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).