Galena Elementary School vs Oakwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 68 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Galena Elementary School
Galena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
309 students
Oakwood Elementary
Glen Burnie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
309 students
| Measure | Galena Elementary School Galena, Maryland | Oakwood Elementary Glen Burnie, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #606 of 879 | #485 of 879 |
| National rank | #38924 of 50,301 | #32011 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 309 | 309 |
| Enrollment | 309 | 309 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.6% | 74.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 42% |
| city | Galena | Glen Burnie |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oakwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 29.4).
- •Oakwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Oakwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Galena Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.6% vs 74.1%).
- •Oakwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.9).
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 Galena Elementary School better than Oakwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Oakwood Elementary ranks higher (39.9 vs 29.4 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 Galena Elementary School and Oakwood Elementary?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Galena and Glen Burnie in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Galena Elementary School: 309. Oakwood Elementary: 309. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Galena Elementary School and Oakwood Elementary rank in Maryland?
Galena Elementary School is 606th of 879 and Oakwood Elementary is 485th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).