Hereford High vs Walkersville High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 62 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hereford High
Parkton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,175 students
Walkersville High
Walkersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,181 students
| Measure | Hereford High Parkton, Maryland | Walkersville High Walkersville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #24 of 197 | #62 of 197 |
| National rank | #1614 of 16,910 | #4527 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,175 | 1,181 |
| Enrollment | 1,175 | 1,181 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.3% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 66% |
| city | Parkton | Walkersville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hereford High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.7 vs 65.1).
- •Hereford High does better on math proficiency (69% vs 66%).
- •Hereford High does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 67%).
- •Hereford High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 38.8%).
- •Hereford High does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 19.7).
- •Walkersville High is the larger school with 1,181 students compared with 1,175.
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 Hereford High better than Walkersville High?
On the Success Index (US), Hereford High ranks higher (77.7 vs 65.1 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 Hereford High and Walkersville High?
About 62 km in a straight line, between Parkton and Walkersville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hereford High: 1,175. Walkersville High: 1,181. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hereford High and Walkersville High rank in Maryland?
Hereford High is 24th of 197 and Walkersville High is 62nd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).