Old Forge Elementary vs Ruth Ann Monroe Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Old Forge Elementary
Hagerstown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
354 students
Ruth Ann Monroe Primary
Hagerstown · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
579 students
| Measure | Old Forge Elementary Hagerstown, Maryland | Ruth Ann Monroe Primary Hagerstown, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #286 of 879 | #352 of 879 |
| National rank | #19539 of 50,301 | #24290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 354 | 579 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 579 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.5% | 69.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Hagerstown | Hagerstown |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Old Forge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.1 vs 51.3).
- •Old Forge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.5% vs 69.9%).
- •Ruth Ann Monroe Primary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.4).
- •Ruth Ann Monroe Primary is the larger school with 579 students compared with 354.
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 Old Forge Elementary better than Ruth Ann Monroe Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Old Forge Elementary ranks higher (58.1 vs 51.3 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 Old Forge Elementary and Ruth Ann Monroe Primary?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Hagerstown and Hagerstown in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Old Forge Elementary: 354. Ruth Ann Monroe Primary: 579. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Old Forge Elementary and Ruth Ann Monroe Primary rank in Maryland?
Old Forge Elementary is 286th of 879 and Ruth Ann Monroe Primary is 352nd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).