Northwood Elementary vs Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
641 students
Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
834 students
| Measure | Northwood Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #749 of 879 | #867 of 879 |
| National rank | #44986 of 50,301 | #49078 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 641 | 834 |
| Enrollment | 641 | 834 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 86.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 5% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.8 vs 11.4).
- •Northwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 5%).
- •Northwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 11%).
- •Northwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.4% vs 86.9%).
- •Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.3).
- •Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle is the larger school with 834 students compared with 641.
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 Northwood Elementary better than Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Northwood Elementary ranks higher (19.8 vs 11.4 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 Northwood Elementary and Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood Elementary: 641. Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle: 834. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood Elementary and Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle rank in Maryland?
Northwood Elementary is 749th of 879 and Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle is 867th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).