Patapsco High and Center for Arts vs River Hill High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Patapsco High and Center for Arts
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,385 students
River Hill High
Clarksville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,383 students
| Measure | Patapsco High and Center for Arts Baltimore, Maryland | River Hill High Clarksville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #154 of 197 | #3 of 197 |
| National rank | #13868 of 16,910 | #658 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,385 | 1,383 |
| Enrollment | 1,385 | 1,383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.3% | 7.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 91% |
| city | Baltimore | Clarksville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Hill High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.8 vs 27.5).
- •River Hill High does better on math proficiency (91% vs 17%).
- •River Hill High does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 42%).
- •River Hill High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.7% vs 64.3%).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 18.0).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts is the larger school with 1,385 students compared with 1,383.
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 Patapsco High and Center for Arts better than River Hill High?
On the Success Index (US), River Hill High ranks higher (84.8 vs 27.5 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 Patapsco High and Center for Arts and River Hill High?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Clarksville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Patapsco High and Center for Arts: 1,385. River Hill High: 1,383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Patapsco High and Center for Arts and River Hill High rank in Maryland?
Patapsco High and Center for Arts is 154th of 197 and River Hill High is 3rd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).