Northwood Elementary vs Yorkwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.4 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
Yorkwood Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
294 students
| Measure | Northwood Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Yorkwood Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #749 of 879 | #696 of 879 |
| National rank | #44986 of 50,301 | #42729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 641 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 641 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 82% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Yorkwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 19.8).
- •Yorkwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Northwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.4% vs 82%).
- •Yorkwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.3).
- •Northwood Elementary is the larger school with 641 students compared with 294.
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 Yorkwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Yorkwood Elementary ranks higher (23.4 vs 19.8 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 Yorkwood Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood Elementary: 641. Yorkwood Elementary: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood Elementary and Yorkwood Elementary rank in Maryland?
Northwood Elementary is 749th of 879 and Yorkwood Elementary is 696th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).