Freetown Elementary vs Marley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Freetown Elementary
Glen Burnie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
530 students
Marley Middle
Glen Burnie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
991 students
| Measure | Freetown Elementary Glen Burnie, Maryland | Marley Middle Glen Burnie, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #596 of 879 | #170 of 225 |
| National rank | #38470 of 50,301 | #12128 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 530 | 991 |
| Enrollment | 530 | 991 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 72% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 19% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Glen Burnie |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Freetown Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.1 vs 28.9).
- •Freetown Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 19%).
- •Marley Middle does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 26%).
- •Marley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 72.1%).
- •Freetown Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.7).
- •Marley Middle is the larger school with 991 students compared with 530.
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 Freetown Elementary better than Marley Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Freetown Elementary ranks higher (30.1 vs 28.9 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 Freetown Elementary and Marley Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Glen Burnie in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Freetown Elementary: 530. Marley Middle: 991. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Freetown Elementary and Marley Middle rank in Maryland?
Freetown Elementary is 596th of 879 and Marley Middle is 170th of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).