George Washington Elementary vs James McHenry Elementary/Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 792 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
137 students
James McHenry Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
588 students
| Measure | George Washington Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | James McHenry Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #805 of 879 | #839 of 879 |
| National rank | #46594 of 50,301 | #47867 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 137 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 137 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.5% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 5% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.0 vs 14.5).
- •George Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •James McHenry Elementary/Middle does better on reading proficiency (8% vs 7.5%).
- •George Washington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.5% vs 89.5%).
- •George Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.7).
- •James McHenry Elementary/Middle is the larger school with 588 students compared with 137.
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 George Washington Elementary better than James McHenry Elementary/Middle?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Elementary ranks higher (17.0 vs 14.5 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 George Washington Elementary and James McHenry Elementary/Middle?
About 792 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Elementary: 137. James McHenry Elementary/Middle: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Elementary and James McHenry Elementary/Middle rank in Maryland?
George Washington Elementary is 805th of 879 and James McHenry Elementary/Middle is 839th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).