Goshen Elementary vs Meade Heights Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 41 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goshen Elementary
Gaithersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
Meade Heights Elementary
Ft. Meade · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
| Measure | Goshen Elementary Gaithersburg, Maryland | Meade Heights Elementary Ft. Meade, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #445 of 879 | #393 of 879 |
| National rank | #29663 of 50,301 | #27234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 494 | 494 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 494 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.9% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 42% |
| city | Gaithersburg | Ft. Meade |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meade Heights Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 43.4).
- •Meade Heights Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Meade Heights Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Goshen Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.9% vs 65.8%).
- •Meade Heights Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.7).
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 Goshen Elementary better than Meade Heights Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Meade Heights Elementary ranks higher (46.9 vs 43.4 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 Goshen Elementary and Meade Heights Elementary?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Gaithersburg and Ft. Meade in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goshen Elementary: 494. Meade Heights Elementary: 494. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goshen Elementary and Meade Heights Elementary rank in Maryland?
Goshen Elementary is 445th of 879 and Meade Heights Elementary is 393rd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).