Mars Area Centennial Sch vs Mars Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 697 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mars Area Centennial Sch
Mars · Public middle · Grades 5–6
627 students
Mars Area MS
Mars · Public middle · Grades 7–8
563 students
| Measure | Mars Area Centennial Sch Mars, Pennsylvania | Mars Area MS Mars, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #58 of 521 | #54 of 521 |
| National rank | #1071 of 15,369 | #1004 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 627 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12% | 10.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 56% |
| city | Mars | Mars |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.8 vs 83.2).
- •Mars Area Centennial Sch does better on math proficiency (63% vs 56%).
- •Mars Area Centennial Sch does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 81%).
- •Mars Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.8% vs 12%).
- •Mars Area MS does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.5).
- •Mars Area Centennial Sch is the larger school with 627 students compared with 563.
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 Mars Area Centennial Sch better than Mars Area MS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Mars Area Centennial Sch and Mars Area MS?
About 697 m in a straight line, between Mars and Mars in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Area Centennial Sch: 627. Mars Area MS: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Area Centennial Sch and Mars Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Mars Area Centennial Sch is 58th of 521 and Mars Area MS is 54th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).