Gaywood Elementary vs Magnolia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gaywood Elementary
Lanham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
525 students
Magnolia Elementary
Lanham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
442 students
| Measure | Gaywood Elementary Lanham, Maryland | Magnolia Elementary Lanham, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #785 of 879 | #787 of 879 |
| National rank | #46005 of 50,301 | #46131 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 525 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 91.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 21% |
| city | Lanham | Lanham |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.1 vs 17.9).
- •Magnolia Elementary does better on math proficiency (21% vs 18%).
- •Magnolia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 19%).
- •Gaywood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.5% vs 91.9%).
- •Gaywood Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.8).
- •Gaywood Elementary is the larger school with 525 students compared with 442.
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 Gaywood Elementary better than Magnolia 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 Gaywood Elementary and Magnolia Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Lanham and Lanham in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaywood Elementary: 525. Magnolia Elementary: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaywood Elementary and Magnolia Elementary rank in Maryland?
Gaywood Elementary is 785th of 879 and Magnolia Elementary is 787th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).