A J McMullen Sch vs Wharton Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 7.7 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
Wharton Sch
Farmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
141 students
| Measure | A J McMullen Sch Markleysburg, Pennsylvania | Wharton Sch Farmington, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 521 | #1051 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #8820 of 15,369 | #27341 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 164 | 141 |
| Enrollment | 164 | 141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 105% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| city | Markleysburg | Farmington |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wharton Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 44.5).
- •Wharton Sch does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Wharton Sch does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •A J McMullen Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 105%).
- •A J McMullen Sch does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.1).
- •A J McMullen Sch is the larger school with 164 students compared with 141.
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 Wharton Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Wharton Sch ranks higher (46.8 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 Wharton Sch?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Markleysburg and Farmington in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J McMullen Sch: 164. Wharton Sch: 141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J McMullen Sch and Wharton Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
A J McMullen Sch is 373rd of 521 and Wharton Sch is 1051st of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).