Lewistown Elementary vs Yellow Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 7.9 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
Yellow Springs Elementary
Frederick · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
628 students
| Measure | Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, Maryland | Yellow Springs Elementary Frederick, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 879 | #257 of 879 |
| National rank | #30160 of 50,301 | #17176 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 152 | 628 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 628 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 51% |
| city | Thurmont | Frederick |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Yellow Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 42.7).
- •Yellow Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 37%).
- •Yellow Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 42%).
- •Yellow Springs Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 63.8%).
- •Lewistown Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 17.0).
- •Yellow Springs Elementary is the larger school with 628 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 Yellow Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Yellow Springs Elementary ranks higher (61.5 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 Yellow Springs Elementary?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Thurmont and Frederick in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewistown Elementary: 152. Yellow Springs Elementary: 628. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewistown Elementary and Yellow Springs Elementary rank in Maryland?
Lewistown Elementary is 456th of 879 and Yellow Springs Elementary is 257th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).