Johnnycake Elementary vs Southwest Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 804 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnnycake Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
592 students
Southwest Academy
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
842 students
| Measure | Johnnycake Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Southwest Academy Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #757 of 879 | #196 of 225 |
| National rank | #45221 of 50,301 | #13851 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 592 | 842 |
| Enrollment | 592 | 842 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.1% | 63.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 9% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.4 vs 19.6).
- •Johnnycake Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 9%).
- •Southwest Academy does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 24%).
- •Southwest Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.8% vs 70.1%).
- •Southwest Academy does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.4).
- •Southwest Academy is the larger school with 842 students compared with 592.
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 Johnnycake Elementary better than Southwest Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Johnnycake Elementary and Southwest Academy?
About 804 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnnycake Elementary: 592. Southwest Academy: 842. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnnycake Elementary and Southwest Academy rank in Maryland?
Johnnycake Elementary is 757th of 879 and Southwest Academy is 196th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).