Gunpowder Elementary vs Indian Head Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 109 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gunpowder Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
443 students
Indian Head Elementary School
Indian Head · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
443 students
| Measure | Gunpowder Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Indian Head Elementary School Indian Head, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #344 of 879 | #568 of 879 |
| National rank | #23966 of 50,301 | #37039 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 443 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 443 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.9% | 63% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 24% |
| city | Baltimore | Indian Head |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gunpowder Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 32.3).
- •Gunpowder Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 24%).
- •Gunpowder Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •Gunpowder Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.9% vs 63%).
- •Indian Head Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.4).
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 Gunpowder Elementary better than Indian Head Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Gunpowder Elementary ranks higher (51.7 vs 32.3 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 Gunpowder Elementary and Indian Head Elementary School?
About 109 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Indian Head in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gunpowder Elementary: 443. Indian Head Elementary School: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gunpowder Elementary and Indian Head Elementary School rank in Maryland?
Gunpowder Elementary is 344th of 879 and Indian Head Elementary School is 568th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).