Laurel Elementary vs Oaklands Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
472 students
Oaklands Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
483 students
| Measure | Laurel Elementary Laurel, Maryland | Oaklands Elementary Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #713 of 879 | #720 of 879 |
| National rank | #43659 of 50,301 | #43983 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 472 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 472 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.9% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 17% |
| city | Laurel | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.9 vs 21.4).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 17%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Oaklands Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 90.9%).
- •Oaklands Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.1).
- •Oaklands Elementary is the larger school with 483 students compared with 472.
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 Laurel Elementary better than Oaklands Elementary?
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 Laurel Elementary and Oaklands Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Elementary: 472. Oaklands Elementary: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Elementary and Oaklands Elementary rank in Maryland?
Laurel Elementary is 713th of 879 and Oaklands Elementary is 720th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).