Dundalk High vs Quince Orchard High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 66 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dundalk High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,087 students
Quince Orchard High
Gaithersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,100 students
| Measure | Dundalk High Baltimore, Maryland | Quince Orchard High Gaithersburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 197 | #68 of 197 |
| National rank | #14852 of 16,910 | #4967 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,087 | 2,100 |
| Enrollment | 2,087 | 2,100 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.6% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 55% |
| city | Baltimore | Gaithersburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Quince Orchard High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.3 vs 22.5).
- •Quince Orchard High does better on math proficiency (55% vs 16%).
- •Quince Orchard High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 26%).
- •Quince Orchard High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38% vs 65.6%).
- •Dundalk High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.2).
- •Quince Orchard High is the larger school with 2,100 students compared with 2,087.
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 Dundalk High better than Quince Orchard High?
On the Success Index (US), Quince Orchard High ranks higher (63.3 vs 22.5 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 Dundalk High and Quince Orchard High?
About 66 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Gaithersburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dundalk High: 2,087. Quince Orchard High: 2,100. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dundalk High and Quince Orchard High rank in Maryland?
Dundalk High is 162nd of 197 and Quince Orchard High is 68th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).