Guilford Park High vs La Plata High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Guilford Park High
Jessup · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,218 students
La Plata High School
La Plata · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,217 students
| Measure | Guilford Park High Jessup, Maryland | La Plata High School La Plata, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #99 of 197 | #53 of 197 |
| National rank | #7506 of 16,910 | #3845 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,218 | 1,217 |
| Enrollment | 1,218 | 1,217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 73% |
| Math proficiency | – | 49% |
| city | Jessup | La Plata |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Plata High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.9 vs 53.3).
- •La Plata High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 45.2%).
- •Guilford Park High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.4).
- •Guilford Park High is the larger school with 1,218 students compared with 1,217.
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 Park High better than La Plata High School?
On the Success Index (US), La Plata High School ranks higher (67.9 vs 53.3 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 Park High and La Plata High School?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Jessup and La Plata in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Guilford Park High: 1,218. La Plata High School: 1,217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Guilford Park High and La Plata High School rank in Maryland?
Guilford Park High is 99th of 197 and La Plata High School is 53rd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).