Deep Creek Middle vs Mars Estates Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deep Creek Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
670 students
Mars Estates Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
400 students
| Measure | Deep Creek Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Mars Estates Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 225 | #727 of 879 |
| National rank | #14121 of 15,369 | #44108 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 670 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.5% | 75.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 22% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mars Estates Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.2 vs 17.9).
- •Mars Estates Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 6%).
- •Mars Estates Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Deep Creek Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.5% vs 75.8%).
- •Deep Creek Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.8).
- •Deep Creek Middle is the larger school with 670 students compared with 400.
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 Deep Creek Middle better than Mars Estates Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mars Estates Elementary ranks higher (21.2 vs 17.9 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 Deep Creek Middle and Mars Estates Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deep Creek Middle: 670. Mars Estates Elementary: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deep Creek Middle and Mars Estates Elementary rank in Maryland?
Deep Creek Middle is 204th of 225 and Mars Estates Elementary is 727th of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).