Gorman Crossing Elementary vs Hammond High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gorman Crossing Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
750 students
Hammond High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,159 students
| Measure | Gorman Crossing Elementary Laurel, Maryland | Hammond High Columbia, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #202 of 879 | #60 of 197 |
| National rank | #14259 of 50,301 | #4383 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 750 | 1,159 |
| Enrollment | 750 | 1,159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.5% | 37.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 55% |
| city | Laurel | Columbia |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.8 vs 65.6).
- •Hammond High does better on math proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •Hammond High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 49%).
- •Gorman Crossing Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.5% vs 37.4%).
- •Gorman Crossing Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.5).
- •Hammond High is the larger school with 1,159 students compared with 750.
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 Gorman Crossing Elementary better than Hammond High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gorman Crossing Elementary and Hammond High?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Columbia in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gorman Crossing Elementary: 750. Hammond High: 1,159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gorman Crossing Elementary and Hammond High rank in Maryland?
Gorman Crossing Elementary is 202nd of 879 and Hammond High is 60th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).