Hilltop Elementary vs Monarch Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilltop Elementary
Glen Burnie · Public elementary · Grades K–5
521 students
Monarch Academy
Glen Burnie · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
687 students
| Measure | Hilltop Elementary Glen Burnie, Maryland | Monarch Academy Glen Burnie, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #688 of 879 | #422 of 879 |
| National rank | #42563 of 50,301 | #28332 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 521 | 687 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 36% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Glen Burnie |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monarch Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 23.6).
- •Monarch Academy does better on math proficiency (36% vs 13%).
- •Monarch Academy does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 23%).
- •Monarch Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38% vs 81.4%).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.3).
- •Monarch Academy is the larger school with 687 students compared with 521.
- •Hilltop Elementary is a public school while Monarch Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Hilltop Elementary better than Monarch Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Monarch Academy ranks higher (45.4 vs 23.6 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 Hilltop Elementary and Monarch Academy?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Glen Burnie in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hilltop Elementary: 521. Monarch Academy: 687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hilltop Elementary and Monarch Academy rank in Maryland?
Hilltop Elementary is 688th of 879 and Monarch Academy is 422nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).