Francis Scott Key High vs Pikesville High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis Scott Key High
Union Bridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
906 students
Pikesville High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
908 students
| Measure | Francis Scott Key High Union Bridge, Maryland | Pikesville High Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #72 of 197 | #104 of 197 |
| National rank | #5131 of 16,910 | #7885 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 906 | 908 |
| Enrollment | 906 | 908 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.3% | 48.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 37% |
| city | Union Bridge | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis Scott Key High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.6 vs 51.9).
- •Francis Scott Key High does better on math proficiency (51% vs 37%).
- •Francis Scott Key High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Francis Scott Key High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.3% vs 48.8%).
- •Pikesville High is the larger school with 908 students compared with 906.
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 Francis Scott Key High better than Pikesville High?
On the Success Index (US), Francis Scott Key High ranks higher (62.6 vs 51.9 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 High and Pikesville High?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Union Bridge and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Scott Key High: 906. Pikesville High: 908. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Scott Key High and Pikesville High rank in Maryland?
Francis Scott Key High is 72nd of 197 and Pikesville High is 104th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).