Francis Scott Key High vs Runnymede Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 4.8 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
Runnymede Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
625 students
| Measure | Francis Scott Key High Union Bridge, Maryland | Runnymede Elementary Westminster, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #72 of 197 | #240 of 879 |
| National rank | #5131 of 16,910 | #15944 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 906 | 625 |
| Enrollment | 906 | 625 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.3% | 34.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 57% |
| city | Union Bridge | Westminster |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.6 vs 63.3).
- •Runnymede Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 51%).
- •Francis Scott Key High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 50%).
- •Runnymede Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 41.3%).
- •Runnymede Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.2).
- •Francis Scott Key High is the larger school with 906 students compared with 625.
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 Runnymede 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 Francis Scott Key High and Runnymede Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Union Bridge and Westminster in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Scott Key High: 906. Runnymede Elementary: 625. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Scott Key High and Runnymede Elementary rank in Maryland?
Francis Scott Key High is 72nd of 197 and Runnymede Elementary is 240th of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).