Highland View Elementary vs Jones Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 41 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland View Elementary
Silver Spring · Public elementary · Grades K–5
334 students
Jones Elementary
Severna Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
334 students
| Measure | Highland View Elementary Silver Spring, Maryland | Jones Elementary Severna Park, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #350 of 879 | #43 of 879 |
| National rank | #24261 of 50,301 | #3523 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 334 | 334 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 334 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.5% | 15.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| city | Silver Spring | Severna Park |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jones Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.7 vs 51.3).
- •Jones Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Jones Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •Jones Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.9% vs 51.5%).
- •Highland View Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.5).
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 Highland View Elementary better than Jones Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jones Elementary ranks higher (82.7 vs 51.3 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 Highland View Elementary and Jones Elementary?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Severna Park in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland View Elementary: 334. Jones Elementary: 334. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland View Elementary and Jones Elementary rank in Maryland?
Highland View Elementary is 350th of 879 and Jones Elementary is 43rd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).