Emerson School (The) vs Mount Markham Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 270 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson School (The)
Jamaica · Public middle · Grades 6–8
284 students
Mount Markham Middle School
West Winfield · Public middle · Grades 5–8
284 students
| Measure | Emerson School (The) Jamaica, New York | Mount Markham Middle School West Winfield, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #644 of 785 | #510 of 785 |
| National rank | #12122 of 15,369 | #9703 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 284 | 284 |
| Enrollment | 284 | 284 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.1% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| city | Jamaica | West Winfield |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mount Markham Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.5 vs 28.9).
- •Mount Markham Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Emerson School (The) does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 22%).
- •Mount Markham Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 90.1%).
- •Mount Markham Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 10.5).
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 Emerson School (The) better than Mount Markham Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mount Markham Middle School ranks higher (40.5 vs 28.9 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 Emerson School (The) and Mount Markham Middle School?
About 270 km in a straight line, between Jamaica and West Winfield in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson School (The): 284. Mount Markham Middle School: 284. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson School (The) and Mount Markham Middle School rank in New York?
Emerson School (The) is 644th of 785 and Mount Markham Middle School is 510th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).