Glade Elementary vs Lewistown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 7.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glade Elementary
Walkersville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
561 students
Lewistown Elementary
Thurmont · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
152 students
| Measure | Glade Elementary Walkersville, Maryland | Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #214 of 879 | #456 of 879 |
| National rank | #14637 of 50,301 | #30160 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 561 | 152 |
| Enrollment | 561 | 152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 63.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 37% |
| city | Walkersville | Thurmont |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glade Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.2 vs 42.7).
- •Glade Elementary does better on math proficiency (54% vs 37%).
- •Glade Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 42%).
- •Glade Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.2% vs 63.8%).
- •Lewistown Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 16.0).
- •Glade Elementary is the larger school with 561 students compared with 152.
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 Glade Elementary better than Lewistown Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Glade Elementary ranks higher (65.2 vs 42.7 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 Glade Elementary and Lewistown Elementary?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Walkersville and Thurmont in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glade Elementary: 561. Lewistown Elementary: 152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glade Elementary and Lewistown Elementary rank in Maryland?
Glade Elementary is 214th of 879 and Lewistown Elementary is 456th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).