Lewisdale Elementary vs Northwestern High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewisdale Elementary
Hyattsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
533 students
Northwestern High
Hyattsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,396 students
| Measure | Lewisdale Elementary Hyattsville, Maryland | Northwestern High Hyattsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #704 of 879 | #181 of 197 |
| National rank | #43225 of 50,301 | #15629 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 533 | 2,396 |
| Enrollment | 533 | 2,396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 96.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 16% |
| city | Hyattsville | Hyattsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewisdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 17.9).
- •Lewisdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 16%).
- •Northwestern High does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 24%).
- •Lewisdale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 96.4%).
- •Lewisdale Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.7).
- •Northwestern High is the larger school with 2,396 students compared with 533.
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 Lewisdale Elementary better than Northwestern High?
On the Success Index (US), Lewisdale Elementary ranks higher (22.6 vs 17.9 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 Lewisdale Elementary and Northwestern High?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Hyattsville and Hyattsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewisdale Elementary: 533. Northwestern High: 2,396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewisdale Elementary and Northwestern High rank in Maryland?
Lewisdale Elementary is 704th of 879 and Northwestern High is 181st of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).