Galena Elementary School vs Marlton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 101 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Galena Elementary School
Galena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
309 students
Marlton Elementary
Upper Marlboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
309 students
| Measure | Galena Elementary School Galena, Maryland | Marlton Elementary Upper Marlboro, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #606 of 879 | #446 of 879 |
| National rank | #38924 of 50,301 | #29680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 309 | 309 |
| Enrollment | 309 | 309 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.6% | 66% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Galena | Upper Marlboro |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marlton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.4 vs 29.4).
- •Marlton Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Marlton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Galena Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.6% vs 66%).
- •Galena Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.0).
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 Galena Elementary School better than Marlton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Marlton Elementary ranks higher (43.4 vs 29.4 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 Galena Elementary School and Marlton Elementary?
About 101 km in a straight line, between Galena and Upper Marlboro in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Galena Elementary School: 309. Marlton Elementary: 309. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Galena Elementary School and Marlton Elementary rank in Maryland?
Galena Elementary School is 606th of 879 and Marlton Elementary is 446th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).