Guilford Elementary vs Lake Seneca Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Guilford Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
437 students
Lake Seneca Elementary
Germantown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
437 students
| Measure | Guilford Elementary Columbia, Maryland | Lake Seneca Elementary Germantown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #457 of 879 | #434 of 879 |
| National rank | #30225 of 50,301 | #29206 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 437 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 61.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 37% |
| city | Columbia | Germantown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Seneca Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 42.6).
- •Lake Seneca Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Lake Seneca Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Guilford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 61.3%).
- •Lake Seneca Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 12.1).
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 Guilford Elementary better than Lake Seneca Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Seneca Elementary ranks higher (44.1 vs 42.6 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 Guilford Elementary and Lake Seneca Elementary?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Germantown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Guilford Elementary: 437. Lake Seneca Elementary: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Guilford Elementary and Lake Seneca Elementary rank in Maryland?
Guilford Elementary is 457th of 879 and Lake Seneca Elementary is 434th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).