Kensington Parkwood Elementary vs Walter Johnson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kensington Parkwood Elementary
Kensington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
535 students
Walter Johnson High
Bethesda · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,016 students
| Measure | Kensington Parkwood Elementary Kensington, Maryland | Walter Johnson High Bethesda, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #35 of 879 | #10 of 197 |
| National rank | #2950 of 50,301 | #1054 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 535 | 3,016 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 3,016 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.1% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 78% |
| city | Kensington | Bethesda |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kensington Parkwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.9 vs 81.5).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on math proficiency (78% vs 74%).
- •Walter Johnson High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 76%).
- •Kensington Parkwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.1% vs 19.8%).
- •Kensington Parkwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 18.2).
- •Walter Johnson High is the larger school with 3,016 students compared with 535.
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 Kensington Parkwood Elementary better than Walter Johnson High?
On the Success Index (US), Kensington Parkwood Elementary ranks higher (83.9 vs 81.5 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 Kensington Parkwood Elementary and Walter Johnson High?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Kensington and Bethesda in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kensington Parkwood Elementary: 535. Walter Johnson High: 3,016. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kensington Parkwood Elementary and Walter Johnson High rank in Maryland?
Kensington Parkwood Elementary is 35th of 879 and Walter Johnson High is 10th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).