Johnston Square Elementary vs National Academy Foundation
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 956 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnston Square Elementary
Baltimore Β· Public elementary Β· Grades PKβ5
271 students
National Academy Foundation
Baltimore Β· Public high Β· Grades 6β12
801 students
| Measure | Johnston Square Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | National Academy Foundation Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #879 of 879 | #180 of 197 |
| National rank | #49896 of 50,301 | #15566 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PKβ5 | Grades 6β12 |
| Students | 271 | 801 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 801 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 4% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 2% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’National Academy Foundation scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.3 vs 7.9).
- β’Johnston Square Elementary does better on math proficiency (2.5% vs 2%).
- β’National Academy Foundation does better on reading proficiency (4% vs 2.5%).
- β’National Academy Foundation does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 94.5%).
- β’National Academy Foundation does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.9).
- β’National Academy Foundation is the larger school with 801 students compared with 271.
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 Johnston Square Elementary better than National Academy Foundation?
On the Success Index (US), National Academy Foundation ranks higher (18.3 vs 7.9 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 Johnston Square Elementary and National Academy Foundation?
About 956 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnston Square Elementary: 271. National Academy Foundation: 801. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnston Square Elementary and National Academy Foundation rank in Maryland?
Johnston Square Elementary is 879th of 879 and National Academy Foundation is 180th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).