McCleskey Middle School vs Nicholson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 548 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCleskey Middle School
Marietta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
540 students
Nicholson Elementary School
Marietta · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
413 students
| Measure | McCleskey Middle School Marietta, Georgia | Nicholson Elementary School Marietta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #72 of 482 | #271 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #4000 of 15,369 | #15344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 540 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 540 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.7% | 44.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| city | Marietta | Marietta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCleskey Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.0 vs 64.2).
- •McCleskey Middle School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •McCleskey Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 52%).
- •Nicholson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.6% vs 46.7%).
- •Nicholson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.6).
- •McCleskey Middle School is the larger school with 540 students compared with 413.
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 McCleskey Middle School better than Nicholson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McCleskey Middle School ranks higher (67.0 vs 64.2 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 McCleskey Middle School and Nicholson Elementary School?
About 548 m in a straight line, between Marietta and Marietta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCleskey Middle School: 540. Nicholson Elementary School: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCleskey Middle School and Nicholson Elementary School rank in Georgia?
McCleskey Middle School is 72nd of 482 and Nicholson Elementary School is 271st of 1,308 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).