Pemberton Elementary vs Salisbury Middle
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.
Pemberton Elementary
Salisbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
506 students
Salisbury Middle
Salisbury · Public middle · Grades 6–8
847 students
| Measure | Pemberton Elementary Salisbury, Maryland | Salisbury Middle Salisbury, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #519 of 879 | #131 of 225 |
| National rank | #33804 of 50,301 | #10147 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 506 | 847 |
| Enrollment | 506 | 847 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.6% | 61.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 28% |
| city | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salisbury Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 37.3).
- •Pemberton Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 28%).
- •Pemberton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Salisbury Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.3% vs 65.6%).
- •Salisbury Middle does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 11.5).
- •Salisbury Middle is the larger school with 847 students compared with 506.
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 Pemberton Elementary better than Salisbury Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Salisbury Middle ranks higher (38.6 vs 37.3 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 Pemberton Elementary and Salisbury Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pemberton Elementary: 506. Salisbury Middle: 847. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pemberton Elementary and Salisbury Middle rank in Maryland?
Pemberton Elementary is 519th of 879 and Salisbury Middle is 131st of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).