Gaywood Elementary vs Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 74 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
Valley Elementary
Jefferson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
525 students
| Measure | Gaywood Elementary Lanham, Maryland | Valley Elementary Jefferson, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #785 of 879 | #215 of 879 |
| National rank | #46005 of 50,301 | #14684 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 525 | 525 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 30.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 58% |
| city | Lanham | Jefferson |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.2 vs 18.1).
- •Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 18%).
- •Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 19%).
- •Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 90.5%).
- •Gaywood Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.9).
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 Gaywood Elementary better than Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Valley Elementary ranks higher (65.2 vs 18.1 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 Gaywood Elementary and Valley Elementary?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Lanham and Jefferson in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaywood Elementary: 525. Valley Elementary: 525. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaywood Elementary and Valley Elementary rank in Maryland?
Gaywood Elementary is 785th of 879 and Valley Elementary is 215th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).