South Penn Elementary vs Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 968 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Penn Elementary
Cumberland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
491 students
Washington Middle
Cumberland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
577 students
| Measure | South Penn Elementary Cumberland, Maryland | Washington Middle Cumberland, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #604 of 879 | #133 of 225 |
| National rank | #38777 of 50,301 | #10179 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 491 | 577 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 577 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.6% | 63.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 37% |
| city | Cumberland | Cumberland |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 29.7).
- •Washington Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 24%).
- •Washington Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •Washington Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.1% vs 79.6%).
- •South Penn Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.7).
- •Washington Middle is the larger school with 577 students compared with 491.
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 South Penn Elementary better than Washington Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Middle ranks higher (38.5 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 South Penn Elementary and Washington Middle?
About 968 m in a straight line, between Cumberland and Cumberland in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Penn Elementary: 491. Washington Middle: 577. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Penn Elementary and Washington Middle rank in Maryland?
South Penn Elementary is 604th of 879 and Washington Middle is 133rd of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).