Leith Walk Elementary/Middle vs Yorkwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 877 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leith Walk Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
910 students
Yorkwood Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
294 students
| Measure | Leith Walk Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Yorkwood Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #803 of 879 | #696 of 879 |
| National rank | #46543 of 50,301 | #42729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 910 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 910 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.2% | 82% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 27% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Yorkwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 17.1).
- •Yorkwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 6%).
- •Yorkwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Leith Walk Elementary/Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.2% vs 82%).
- •Leith Walk Elementary/Middle does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.7).
- •Leith Walk Elementary/Middle is the larger school with 910 students compared with 294.
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 Leith Walk Elementary/Middle better than Yorkwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Yorkwood Elementary ranks higher (23.4 vs 17.1 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 Leith Walk Elementary/Middle and Yorkwood Elementary?
About 877 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leith Walk Elementary/Middle: 910. Yorkwood Elementary: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leith Walk Elementary/Middle and Yorkwood Elementary rank in Maryland?
Leith Walk Elementary/Middle is 803rd of 879 and Yorkwood Elementary is 696th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).