Harriet R. Tubman Elementary vs South Lake Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harriet R. Tubman Elementary
Gaithersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
571 students
South Lake Elementary
Gaithersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
746 students
| Measure | Harriet R. Tubman Elementary Gaithersburg, Maryland | South Lake Elementary Gaithersburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #252 of 879 | #557 of 879 |
| National rank | #16722 of 50,301 | #36693 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 571 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 571 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 66.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Gaithersburg | Gaithersburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harriet R. Tubman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.1 vs 32.9).
- •Harriet R. Tubman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 66.1%).
- •Harriet R. Tubman Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.2).
- •South Lake Elementary is the larger school with 746 students compared with 571.
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 Harriet R. Tubman Elementary better than South Lake Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Harriet R. Tubman Elementary ranks higher (62.1 vs 32.9 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 Harriet R. Tubman Elementary and South Lake Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Gaithersburg and Gaithersburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harriet R. Tubman Elementary: 571. South Lake Elementary: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harriet R. Tubman Elementary and South Lake Elementary rank in Maryland?
Harriet R. Tubman Elementary is 252nd of 879 and South Lake Elementary is 557th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).