Lewistown Elementary vs Walkersville High
A head-to-head comparison of two 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
Walkersville High
Walkersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,181 students
| Measure | Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, Maryland | Walkersville High Walkersville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 879 | #62 of 197 |
| National rank | #30160 of 50,301 | #4527 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 152 | 1,181 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 1,181 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 66% |
| city | Thurmont | Walkersville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walkersville High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 42.7).
- •Walkersville High does better on math proficiency (66% vs 37%).
- •Walkersville High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Walkersville High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.8% vs 63.8%).
- •Lewistown Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 19.7).
- •Walkersville High is the larger school with 1,181 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 Walkersville High?
On the Success Index (US), Walkersville High ranks higher (65.1 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 Walkersville High?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Thurmont and Walkersville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewistown Elementary: 152. Walkersville High: 1,181. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewistown Elementary and Walkersville High rank in Maryland?
Lewistown Elementary is 456th of 879 and Walkersville High is 62nd of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).