Glen Haven Elementary vs Sligo Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 869 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glen Haven Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
540 students
Sligo Middle
Silver Spring · Public middle · Grades 6–8
685 students
| Measure | Glen Haven Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland | Sligo Middle Silver Spring, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #427 of 879 | #82 of 225 |
| National rank | #28469 of 50,301 | #6574 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 540 | 685 |
| Enrollment | 540 | 685 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.4% | 46.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| city | Silver Spring | Silver Spring |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sligo Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 45.2).
- •Glen Haven Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Sligo Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 33%).
- •Sligo Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.7% vs 64.4%).
- •Glen Haven Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.7).
- •Sligo Middle is the larger school with 685 students compared with 540.
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 Glen Haven Elementary better than Sligo Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Sligo Middle ranks higher (55.0 vs 45.2 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 Glen Haven Elementary and Sligo Middle?
About 869 m in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Silver Spring in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glen Haven Elementary: 540. Sligo Middle: 685. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glen Haven Elementary and Sligo Middle rank in Maryland?
Glen Haven Elementary is 427th of 879 and Sligo Middle is 82nd of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).