Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary vs Taneytown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary
Union Bridge · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
502 students
Taneytown Elementary
Taneytown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
450 students
| Measure | Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary Union Bridge, Maryland | Taneytown Elementary Taneytown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #312 of 879 | #316 of 879 |
| National rank | #21862 of 50,301 | #22458 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 502 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.8% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| city | Union Bridge | Taneytown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.7 vs 53.9).
- •Taneytown Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.8% vs 60%).
- •Taneytown Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.2).
- •Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary is the larger school with 502 students compared with 450.
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 Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary better than Taneytown 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 Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary and Taneytown Elementary?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Union Bridge and Taneytown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary: 502. Taneytown Elementary: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary and Taneytown Elementary rank in Maryland?
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary is 312th of 879 and Taneytown Elementary is 316th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).