Powhatan Elementary vs Woodlawn High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Powhatan Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
Woodlawn High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,922 students
| Measure | Powhatan Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Woodlawn High Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #552 of 879 | #182 of 197 |
| National rank | #36212 of 50,301 | #15775 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 250 | 1,922 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 1,922 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.6% | 65.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 6% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Powhatan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.6 vs 17.0).
- •Powhatan Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 6%).
- •Powhatan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 16%).
- •Woodlawn High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 67.6%).
- •Powhatan Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 16.0).
- •Woodlawn High is the larger school with 1,922 students compared with 250.
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 Powhatan Elementary better than Woodlawn High?
On the Success Index (US), Powhatan Elementary ranks higher (33.6 vs 17.0 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 Powhatan Elementary and Woodlawn High?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Powhatan Elementary: 250. Woodlawn High: 1,922. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Powhatan Elementary and Woodlawn High rank in Maryland?
Powhatan Elementary is 552nd of 879 and Woodlawn High is 182nd of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).