Maurice J. McDonough High School vs Phoenix International School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 6.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maurice J. McDonough High School
Pomfret · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,163 students
Phoenix International School of the Arts
La Plata · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
243 students
| Measure | Maurice J. McDonough High School Pomfret, Maryland | Phoenix International School of the Arts La Plata, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #109 of 197 | #76 of 225 |
| National rank | #8453 of 16,910 | #6065 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,163 | 243 |
| Enrollment | 1,163 | 243 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.9% | 42% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | – |
| city | Pomfret | La Plata |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Phoenix International School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 49.7).
- •Maurice J. McDonough High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.9% vs 42%).
- •Maurice J. McDonough High School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.2).
- •Maurice J. McDonough High School is the larger school with 1,163 students compared with 243.
- •Maurice J. McDonough High School is a public school while Phoenix International School of the Arts is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Maurice J. McDonough High School better than Phoenix International School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Phoenix International School of the Arts ranks higher (57.3 vs 49.7 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 Maurice J. McDonough High School and Phoenix International School of the Arts?
About 6.4 km in a straight line, between Pomfret and La Plata in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maurice J. McDonough High School: 1,163. Phoenix International School of the Arts: 243. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maurice J. McDonough High School and Phoenix International School of the Arts rank in Maryland?
Maurice J. McDonough High School is 109th of 197 and Phoenix International School of the Arts is 76th of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).