Linton Springs Elementary vs South Carroll High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linton Springs Elementary
Sykesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
759 students
South Carroll High
Sykesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
933 students
| Measure | Linton Springs Elementary Sykesville, Maryland | South Carroll High Sykesville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #85 of 879 | #19 of 197 |
| National rank | #6705 of 50,301 | #1338 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 759 | 933 |
| Enrollment | 759 | 933 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15% | 20.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 73% |
| city | Sykesville | Sykesville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Carroll High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 77.0).
- •South Carroll High does better on math proficiency (73% vs 71%).
- •South Carroll High does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 68%).
- •Linton Springs Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 20.8%).
- •Linton Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 17.9).
- •South Carroll High is the larger school with 933 students compared with 759.
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 Linton Springs Elementary better than South Carroll High?
On the Success Index (US), South Carroll High ranks higher (79.6 vs 77.0 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 Linton Springs Elementary and South Carroll High?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Sykesville and Sykesville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linton Springs Elementary: 759. South Carroll High: 933. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linton Springs Elementary and South Carroll High rank in Maryland?
Linton Springs Elementary is 85th of 879 and South Carroll High is 19th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).