Mars Area MS vs Mars Area Primary Ctr
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 783 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mars Area MS
Mars · Public middle · Grades 7–8
563 students
Mars Area Primary Ctr
Mars · Public elementary · Grades K–1
506 students
| Measure | Mars Area MS Mars, Pennsylvania | Mars Area Primary Ctr Mars, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #54 of 521 | #663 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1004 of 15,369 | #14276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 563 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 563 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.8% | 11.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | – |
| Math proficiency | 56% | – |
| city | Mars | Mars |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mars Area MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 65.8).
- •Mars Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.8% vs 11.5%).
- •Mars Area MS does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 19.5).
- •Mars Area MS is the larger school with 563 students compared with 506.
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 MS better than Mars Area Primary Ctr?
On the Success Index (US), Mars Area MS ranks higher (83.2 vs 65.8 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 Mars Area MS and Mars Area Primary Ctr?
About 783 m in a straight line, between Mars and Mars in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Area MS: 563. Mars Area Primary Ctr: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Area MS and Mars Area Primary Ctr rank in Pennsylvania?
Mars Area MS is 54th of 521 and Mars Area Primary Ctr is 663rd of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).