Lewistown Elementary vs Thurmont Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 8.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewistown Elementary
Thurmont · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
152 students
Thurmont Elementary
Thurmont · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
283 students
| Measure | Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, Maryland | Thurmont Elementary Thurmont, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 879 | #381 of 879 |
| National rank | #30160 of 50,301 | #26518 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 152 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 46% |
| city | Thurmont | Thurmont |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thurmont Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 42.7).
- •Thurmont Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 37%).
- •Lewistown Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Thurmont Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 63.8%).
- •Lewistown Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.9).
- •Thurmont Elementary is the larger school with 283 students compared with 152.
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 Lewistown Elementary better than Thurmont Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thurmont Elementary ranks higher (48.0 vs 42.7 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 Lewistown Elementary and Thurmont Elementary?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Thurmont and Thurmont in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewistown Elementary: 152. Thurmont Elementary: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewistown Elementary and Thurmont Elementary rank in Maryland?
Lewistown Elementary is 456th of 879 and Thurmont Elementary is 381st of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).