North County High vs Overlook Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North County High
Glen Burnie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,161 students
Overlook Elementary
Linthicum · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
249 students
| Measure | North County High Glen Burnie, Maryland | Overlook Elementary Linthicum, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #129 of 197 | #532 of 879 |
| National rank | #10052 of 16,910 | #34532 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,161 | 249 |
| Enrollment | 2,161 | 249 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 22% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Linthicum |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North County High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 36.2).
- •North County High does better on math proficiency (33% vs 22%).
- •North County High does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 37%).
- •Overlook Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.8% vs 64.8%).
- •Overlook Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 15.2).
- •North County High is the larger school with 2,161 students compared with 249.
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 North County High better than Overlook Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North County High ranks higher (43.6 vs 36.2 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 North County High and Overlook Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Linthicum in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North County High: 2,161. Overlook Elementary: 249. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North County High and Overlook Elementary rank in Maryland?
North County High is 129th of 197 and Overlook Elementary is 532nd of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).