James H. Harrison Elementary vs Oaklands Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James H. Harrison Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
304 students
Oaklands Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
483 students
| Measure | James H. Harrison Elementary Laurel, Maryland | Oaklands Elementary Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #665 of 879 | #720 of 879 |
| National rank | #41519 of 50,301 | #43983 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 304 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 304 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | Laurel | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James H. Harrison Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.3 vs 21.4).
- •James H. Harrison Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Oaklands Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 91.4%).
- •James H. Harrison Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 12.7).
- •Oaklands Elementary is the larger school with 483 students compared with 304.
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 James H. Harrison Elementary better than Oaklands Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James H. Harrison Elementary ranks higher (25.3 vs 21.4 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 James H. Harrison Elementary and Oaklands Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James H. Harrison Elementary: 304. Oaklands Elementary: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James H. Harrison Elementary and Oaklands Elementary rank in Maryland?
James H. Harrison Elementary is 665th of 879 and Oaklands Elementary is 720th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).