Riverdale Elementary vs University Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverdale Elementary
Riverdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
586 students
University Park Elementary
Hyattsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
538 students
| Measure | Riverdale Elementary Riverdale, Maryland | University Park Elementary Hyattsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #792 of 879 | #469 of 879 |
| National rank | #46190 of 50,301 | #30843 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 586 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.7% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 33% |
| city | Riverdale | Hyattsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 17.8).
- •University Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.2% vs 93.7%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.3).
- •Riverdale Elementary is the larger school with 586 students compared with 538.
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 Riverdale Elementary better than University Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), University Park Elementary ranks higher (41.7 vs 17.8 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 Riverdale Elementary and University Park Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Riverdale and Hyattsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverdale Elementary: 586. University Park Elementary: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverdale Elementary and University Park Elementary rank in Maryland?
Riverdale Elementary is 792nd of 879 and University Park Elementary is 469th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).