Marion El Sch vs South Hamilton El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion El Sch
Chambersburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
292 students
South Hamilton El Sch
Chambersburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
275 students
| Measure | Marion El Sch Chambersburg, Pennsylvania | South Hamilton El Sch Chambersburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1104 of 1,627 | #1058 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #29596 of 50,301 | #27645 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 292 | 275 |
| Enrollment | 292 | 275 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.1% | 97.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| city | Chambersburg | Chambersburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Hamilton El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 43.5).
- •South Hamilton El Sch does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •South Hamilton El Sch does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Marion El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.1% vs 97.1%).
- •Marion El Sch does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 19.6).
- •Marion El Sch is the larger school with 292 students compared with 275.
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 Marion El Sch better than South Hamilton El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), South Hamilton El Sch ranks higher (46.4 vs 43.5 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 Marion El Sch and South Hamilton El Sch?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Chambersburg and Chambersburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion El Sch: 292. South Hamilton El Sch: 275. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion El Sch and South Hamilton El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Marion El Sch is 1104th of 1,627 and South Hamilton El Sch is 1058th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).