National Academy Foundation vs Paul Laurence Dunbar High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 159 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
National Academy Foundation
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 6–12
801 students
Paul Laurence Dunbar High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,087 students
| Measure | National Academy Foundation Baltimore, Maryland | Paul Laurence Dunbar High Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #180 of 197 | #166 of 197 |
| National rank | #15566 of 16,910 | #15001 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 801 | 1,087 |
| Enrollment | 801 | 1,087 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 4% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 17% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.7 vs 18.3).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High does better on math proficiency (17% vs 2%).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 4%).
- •National Academy Foundation does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 77.7%).
- •National Academy Foundation does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 18.1).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 801.
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 National Academy Foundation better than Paul Laurence Dunbar High?
On the Success Index (US), Paul Laurence Dunbar High ranks higher (21.7 vs 18.3 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 National Academy Foundation and Paul Laurence Dunbar High?
About 159 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
National Academy Foundation: 801. Paul Laurence Dunbar High: 1,087. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do National Academy Foundation and Paul Laurence Dunbar High rank in Maryland?
National Academy Foundation is 180th of 197 and Paul Laurence Dunbar High is 166th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).