Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle vs Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
831 students
Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades K–8
830 students
| Measure | Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #674 of 879 | #490 of 879 |
| National rank | #41884 of 50,301 | #32260 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 831 | 830 |
| Enrollment | 831 | 830 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.3% | 57.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 31% |
| city | Baltimore | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 24.7).
- •Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus does better on math proficiency (31% vs 16%).
- •Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 19%).
- •Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.2% vs 62.3%).
- •Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle is the larger school with 831 students compared with 830.
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 Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle better than Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus?
On the Success Index (US), Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus ranks higher (39.5 vs 24.7 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 Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle and Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle: 831. Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus: 830. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle and Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus rank in Maryland?
Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle is 674th of 879 and Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus is 490th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).