James H. Harrison Elementary vs Vansville Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 3.6 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
Vansville Elementary
Beltsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
677 students
| Measure | James H. Harrison Elementary Laurel, Maryland | Vansville Elementary Beltsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #665 of 879 | #613 of 879 |
| National rank | #41519 of 50,301 | #39434 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 304 | 677 |
| Enrollment | 304 | 677 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 67.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Laurel | Beltsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vansville Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.7 vs 25.3).
- •Vansville Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Vansville Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Vansville Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.2% vs 91.4%).
- •James H. Harrison Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 14.7).
- •Vansville Elementary is the larger school with 677 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 Vansville Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vansville Elementary ranks higher (28.7 vs 25.3 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 James H. Harrison Elementary and Vansville Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Beltsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James H. Harrison Elementary: 304. Vansville Elementary: 677. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James H. Harrison Elementary and Vansville Elementary rank in Maryland?
James H. Harrison Elementary is 665th of 879 and Vansville Elementary is 613th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).