Lewistown Elementary vs Thurmont Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 8.5 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 Primary
Thurmont · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
350 students
| Measure | Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, Maryland | Thurmont Primary Thurmont, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 879 | #314 of 879 |
| National rank | #30160 of 50,301 | #22331 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 152 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Thurmont | Thurmont |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thurmont Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.1 vs 42.7).
- •Thurmont Primary 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 14.6).
- •Thurmont Primary is the larger school with 350 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 Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Thurmont Primary ranks higher (54.1 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 Primary?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Thurmont and Thurmont in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewistown Elementary: 152. Thurmont Primary: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewistown Elementary and Thurmont Primary rank in Maryland?
Lewistown Elementary is 456th of 879 and Thurmont Primary is 314th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).