Glenelg High vs Poolesville High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenelg High
Glenelg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,363 students
Poolesville High
Poolesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,351 students
| Measure | Glenelg High Glenelg, Maryland | Poolesville High Poolesville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1 of 197 | #9 of 197 |
| National rank | #586 of 16,910 | #1032 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,363 | 1,351 |
| Enrollment | 1,363 | 1,351 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.2% | 12.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 84% |
| city | Glenelg | Poolesville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glenelg High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.6 vs 81.7).
- •Glenelg High does better on math proficiency (86% vs 84%).
- •Glenelg High does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 86%).
- •Glenelg High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.2% vs 12.1%).
- •Glenelg High does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 20.5).
- •Glenelg High is the larger school with 1,363 students compared with 1,351.
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 Glenelg High better than Poolesville High?
On the Success Index (US), Glenelg High ranks higher (85.6 vs 81.7 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 Glenelg High and Poolesville High?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Glenelg and Poolesville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenelg High: 1,363. Poolesville High: 1,351. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenelg High and Poolesville High rank in Maryland?
Glenelg High is 1st of 197 and Poolesville High is 9th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).