Hilltop Elementary vs Norwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 14 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
Norwood Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
521 students
| Measure | Hilltop Elementary Glen Burnie, Maryland | Norwood Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #688 of 879 | #634 of 879 |
| National rank | #42563 of 50,301 | #40222 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 521 | 521 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 521 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 71.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 37% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Norwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.3 vs 23.6).
- •Norwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 13%).
- •Norwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Norwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.4% vs 81.4%).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 16.8).
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 Norwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Norwood Elementary ranks higher (27.3 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 Norwood Elementary?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hilltop Elementary: 521. Norwood Elementary: 521. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hilltop Elementary and Norwood Elementary rank in Maryland?
Hilltop Elementary is 688th of 879 and Norwood Elementary is 634th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).