Northeast Elementary vs South Penn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northeast Elementary
Cumberland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
272 students
South Penn Elementary
Cumberland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
491 students
| Measure | Northeast Elementary Cumberland, Maryland | South Penn Elementary Cumberland, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #331 of 879 | #604 of 879 |
| National rank | #23196 of 50,301 | #38777 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 272 | 491 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 491 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.7% | 79.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 24% |
| city | Cumberland | Cumberland |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northeast Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 29.7).
- •Northeast Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 24%).
- •Northeast Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 29%).
- •Northeast Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 79.6%).
- •South Penn Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 14.3).
- •South Penn Elementary is the larger school with 491 students compared with 272.
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 Northeast Elementary better than South Penn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northeast Elementary ranks higher (52.8 vs 29.7 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 Northeast Elementary and South Penn Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Cumberland and Cumberland in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northeast Elementary: 272. South Penn Elementary: 491. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northeast Elementary and South Penn Elementary rank in Maryland?
Northeast Elementary is 331st of 879 and South Penn Elementary is 604th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).