Pemberton Elementary vs West Salisbury
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.9 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
West Salisbury
Salisbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
409 students
| Measure | Pemberton Elementary Salisbury, Maryland | West Salisbury Salisbury, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #519 of 879 | #353 of 879 |
| National rank | #33804 of 50,301 | #24302 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 506 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 506 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.6% | 68% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | – |
| Math proficiency | 31% | – |
| city | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Salisbury scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.3 vs 37.3).
- •Pemberton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.6% vs 68%).
- •Pemberton Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.2).
- •Pemberton Elementary is the larger school with 506 students compared with 409.
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 West Salisbury?
On the Success Index (US), West Salisbury ranks higher (51.3 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 West Salisbury?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pemberton Elementary: 506. West Salisbury: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pemberton Elementary and West Salisbury rank in Maryland?
Pemberton Elementary is 519th of 879 and West Salisbury is 353rd of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).