Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle vs The Crossroads School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
722 students
The Crossroads School
Baltimore · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
162 students
| Measure | Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland | The Crossroads School Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #574 of 879 | #193 of 225 |
| National rank | #37270 of 50,301 | #13644 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 722 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 722 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 74.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 20.8).
- •Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 22%).
- •Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 74.7%).
- •The Crossroads School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 18.1).
- •Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle is the larger school with 722 students compared with 162.
- •Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle is a public school while The Crossroads School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle better than The Crossroads School?
On the Success Index (US), Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle ranks higher (31.9 vs 20.8 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 Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle and The Crossroads School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle: 722. The Crossroads School: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle and The Crossroads School rank in Maryland?
Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle is 574th of 879 and The Crossroads School is 193rd of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).