Hammond Elementary vs Northfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hammond Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades K–5
763 students
Northfield Elementary
Ellicott City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
764 students
| Measure | Hammond Elementary Laurel, Maryland | Northfield Elementary Ellicott City, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #203 of 879 | #96 of 879 |
| National rank | #14261 of 50,301 | #7351 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 763 | 764 |
| Enrollment | 763 | 764 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.6% | 17.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 63% |
| city | Laurel | Ellicott City |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 65.8).
- •Northfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 55%).
- •Northfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 56%).
- •Northfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.5% vs 18.6%).
- •Northfield Elementary is the larger school with 764 students compared with 763.
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 Hammond Elementary better than Northfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northfield Elementary ranks higher (76.0 vs 65.8 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 Hammond Elementary and Northfield Elementary?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Ellicott City in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Elementary: 763. Northfield Elementary: 764. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Elementary and Northfield Elementary rank in Maryland?
Hammond Elementary is 203rd of 879 and Northfield Elementary is 96th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).