Pocomoke Elementary vs South Penn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 328 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pocomoke Elementary
Pocomoke City · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
491 students
South Penn Elementary
Cumberland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
491 students
| Measure | Pocomoke Elementary Pocomoke City, Maryland | South Penn Elementary Cumberland, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 879 | #604 of 879 |
| National rank | #15744 of 50,301 | #38777 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 491 | 491 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 491 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 79.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 24% |
| city | Pocomoke City | Cumberland |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pocomoke Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.6 vs 29.7).
- •Pocomoke Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 24%).
- •Pocomoke Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 29%).
- •Pocomoke Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 79.6%).
- •South Penn Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.3).
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 Pocomoke Elementary better than South Penn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pocomoke Elementary ranks higher (63.6 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 Pocomoke Elementary and South Penn Elementary?
About 328 km in a straight line, between Pocomoke City and Cumberland in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pocomoke Elementary: 491. South Penn Elementary: 491. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pocomoke Elementary and South Penn Elementary rank in Maryland?
Pocomoke Elementary is 235th of 879 and South Penn Elementary is 604th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).