Greenbelt Elementary vs Melwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greenbelt Elementary
Greenbelt · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
531 students
Melwood Elementary
Upper Marlboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
531 students
| Measure | Greenbelt Elementary Greenbelt, Maryland | Melwood Elementary Upper Marlboro, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #488 of 879 | #677 of 879 |
| National rank | #32114 of 50,301 | #42005 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 531 | 531 |
| Enrollment | 531 | 531 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 68.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 15% |
| city | Greenbelt | Upper Marlboro |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Greenbelt Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.7 vs 24.5).
- •Greenbelt Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 15%).
- •Greenbelt Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 27%).
- •Melwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.2% vs 88.3%).
- •Greenbelt Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.0).
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 Greenbelt Elementary better than Melwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Greenbelt Elementary ranks higher (39.7 vs 24.5 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 Greenbelt Elementary and Melwood Elementary?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Greenbelt and Upper Marlboro in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greenbelt Elementary: 531. Melwood Elementary: 531. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greenbelt Elementary and Melwood Elementary rank in Maryland?
Greenbelt Elementary is 488th of 879 and Melwood Elementary is 677th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).