Patapsco High and Center for Arts vs Sandy Plains Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 630 m 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
Sandy Plains Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
580 students
| Measure | Patapsco High and Center for Arts Baltimore, Maryland | Sandy Plains Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #154 of 197 | #844 of 879 |
| National rank | #13868 of 16,910 | #48080 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,385 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 1,385 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.3% | 80% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 10% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.5 vs 14.1).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 11%).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.3% vs 80%).
- •Sandy Plains Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.9).
- •Patapsco High and Center for Arts is the larger school with 1,385 students compared with 580.
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 Sandy Plains Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Patapsco High and Center for Arts ranks higher (27.5 vs 14.1 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 Sandy Plains Elementary?
About 630 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Patapsco High and Center for Arts: 1,385. Sandy Plains Elementary: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Patapsco High and Center for Arts and Sandy Plains Elementary rank in Maryland?
Patapsco High and Center for Arts is 154th of 197 and Sandy Plains Elementary is 844th of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).