Emory H Markle MS vs Maple Avenue MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emory H Markle MS
Hanover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,046 students
Maple Avenue MS
Littlestown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
413 students
| Measure | Emory H Markle MS Hanover, Pennsylvania | Maple Avenue MS Littlestown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #154 of 521 | #224 of 521 |
| National rank | #3358 of 15,369 | #4644 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,046 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 1,046 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 30% |
| city | Hanover | Littlestown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emory H Markle MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 63.8).
- •Emory H Markle MS does better on math proficiency (51% vs 30%).
- •Maple Avenue MS does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 66%).
- •Emory H Markle MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.5% vs 38%).
- •Maple Avenue MS does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.3).
- •Emory H Markle MS is the larger school with 1,046 students compared with 413.
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 Emory H Markle MS better than Maple Avenue MS?
On the Success Index (US), Emory H Markle MS ranks higher (69.9 vs 63.8 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 Emory H Markle MS and Maple Avenue MS?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Hanover and Littlestown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emory H Markle MS: 1,046. Maple Avenue MS: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emory H Markle MS and Maple Avenue MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Emory H Markle MS is 154th of 521 and Maple Avenue MS is 224th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).