Eldersburg Elementary vs Freedom District Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eldersburg Elementary
Sykesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
470 students
Freedom District Elementary
Sykesville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
627 students
| Measure | Eldersburg Elementary Sykesville, Maryland | Freedom District Elementary Sykesville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #64 of 879 | #59 of 879 |
| National rank | #5360 of 50,301 | #5125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 470 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 470 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.2% | 12.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 71% |
| city | Sykesville | Sykesville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.3 vs 79.7).
- •Eldersburg Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 71%).
- •Freedom District Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 68%).
- •Freedom District Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.4% vs 16.2%).
- •Eldersburg Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.1).
- •Freedom District Elementary is the larger school with 627 students compared with 470.
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 Eldersburg Elementary better than Freedom District Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Eldersburg Elementary and Freedom District Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Sykesville and Sykesville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eldersburg Elementary: 470. Freedom District Elementary: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eldersburg Elementary and Freedom District Elementary rank in Maryland?
Eldersburg Elementary is 64th of 879 and Freedom District Elementary is 59th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).