A J McMullen Sch vs Laurel MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 153 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A J McMullen Sch
Markleysburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
164 students
Laurel MS
New Castle · Public middle · Grades 7–8
160 students
| Measure | A J McMullen Sch Markleysburg, Pennsylvania | Laurel MS New Castle, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 521 | #270 of 521 |
| National rank | #8820 of 15,369 | #5703 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 164 | 160 |
| Enrollment | 164 | 160 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 36.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 26.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Markleysburg | New Castle |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.0 vs 44.5).
- •Laurel MS does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Laurel MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.9% vs 98.8%).
- •A J McMullen Sch does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 26.7).
- •A J McMullen Sch is the larger school with 164 students compared with 160.
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 A J McMullen Sch better than Laurel MS?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel MS ranks higher (59.0 vs 44.5 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 A J McMullen Sch and Laurel MS?
About 153 km in a straight line, between Markleysburg and New Castle in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J McMullen Sch: 164. Laurel MS: 160. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J McMullen Sch and Laurel MS rank in Pennsylvania?
A J McMullen Sch is 373rd of 521 and Laurel MS is 270th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).