Essex Elementary vs Kenwood High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Essex Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
481 students
Kenwood High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,900 students
| Measure | Essex Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Kenwood High Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #693 of 879 | #161 of 197 |
| National rank | #42681 of 50,301 | #14841 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 481 | 1,900 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 1,900 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 66.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 13% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.4 vs 22.6).
- •Essex Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 13%).
- •Essex Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 28%).
- •Kenwood High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.4% vs 70.5%).
- •Kenwood High does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.6).
- •Kenwood High is the larger school with 1,900 students compared with 481.
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 Essex Elementary better than Kenwood High?
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 Essex Elementary and Kenwood High?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Essex Elementary: 481. Kenwood High: 1,900. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Essex Elementary and Kenwood High rank in Maryland?
Essex Elementary is 693rd of 879 and Kenwood High is 161st of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).