Marley Elementary vs Southgate Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marley Elementary
Glen Burnie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
618 students
Southgate Elementary
Glen Burnie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
573 students
| Measure | Marley Elementary Glen Burnie, Maryland | Southgate Elementary Glen Burnie, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #627 of 879 | #509 of 879 |
| National rank | #39926 of 50,301 | #33319 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 618 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 69.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 36% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Glen Burnie |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southgate Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.0 vs 27.8).
- •Southgate Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 25%).
- •Southgate Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 24%).
- •Southgate Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.1% vs 71.7%).
- •Marley Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.0).
- •Marley Elementary is the larger school with 618 students compared with 573.
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 Marley Elementary better than Southgate Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Southgate Elementary ranks higher (38.0 vs 27.8 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 Marley Elementary and Southgate Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Glen Burnie in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marley Elementary: 618. Southgate Elementary: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marley Elementary and Southgate Elementary rank in Maryland?
Marley Elementary is 627th of 879 and Southgate Elementary is 509th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).