La Plata High School vs Phoenix International School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Plata High School
La Plata · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,217 students
Phoenix International School of the Arts
La Plata · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
243 students
| Measure | La Plata High School La Plata, Maryland | Phoenix International School of the Arts La Plata, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 197 | #76 of 225 |
| National rank | #3845 of 16,910 | #6065 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,217 | 243 |
| Enrollment | 1,217 | 243 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31% | 42% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | – |
| Math proficiency | 49% | – |
| city | La Plata | La Plata |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Plata High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.9 vs 57.3).
- •La Plata High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 42%).
- •Phoenix International School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.4).
- •La Plata High School is the larger school with 1,217 students compared with 243.
- •La Plata High School is a public school while Phoenix International School of the Arts is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 La Plata High School better than Phoenix International School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), La Plata High School ranks higher (67.9 vs 57.3 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 La Plata High School and Phoenix International School of the Arts?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between La Plata and La Plata in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Plata High School: 1,217. Phoenix International School of the Arts: 243. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Plata High School and Phoenix International School of the Arts rank in Maryland?
La Plata High School is 53rd of 197 and Phoenix International School of the Arts is 76th of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).