Monarch Academy vs North County High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monarch Academy
Glen Burnie · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
687 students
North County High
Glen Burnie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,161 students
| Measure | Monarch Academy Glen Burnie, Maryland | North County High Glen Burnie, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #422 of 879 | #129 of 197 |
| National rank | #28332 of 50,301 | #10052 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 687 | 2,161 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 2,161 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 33% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Glen Burnie |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monarch Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 43.6).
- •Monarch Academy does better on math proficiency (36% vs 33%).
- •North County High does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 39%).
- •Monarch Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38% vs 64.8%).
- •Monarch Academy does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.2).
- •North County High is the larger school with 2,161 students compared with 687.
- •Monarch Academy is a charter school while North County High is a public 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 Monarch Academy better than North County High?
On the Success Index (US), Monarch Academy ranks higher (45.4 vs 43.6 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 Monarch Academy and North County High?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Glen Burnie in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monarch Academy: 687. North County High: 2,161. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monarch Academy and North County High rank in Maryland?
Monarch Academy is 422nd of 879 and North County High is 129th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).