Mars Area MS vs Susquenita MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 254 km 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
Susquenita MS
Duncannon · Public middle · Grades 5–8
562 students
| Measure | Mars Area MS Mars, Pennsylvania | Susquenita MS Duncannon, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #54 of 521 | #320 of 521 |
| National rank | #1004 of 15,369 | #7225 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 563 | 562 |
| Enrollment | 563 | 562 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.8% | 43.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 30% |
| city | Mars | Duncannon |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mars Area MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 51.9).
- •Mars Area MS does better on math proficiency (56% vs 30%).
- •Mars Area MS does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 56%).
- •Mars Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.8% vs 43.2%).
- •Mars Area MS does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.4).
- •Mars Area MS is the larger school with 563 students compared with 562.
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 Susquenita MS?
On the Success Index (US), Mars Area MS ranks higher (83.2 vs 51.9 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 Susquenita MS?
About 254 km in a straight line, between Mars and Duncannon in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Area MS: 563. Susquenita MS: 562. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Area MS and Susquenita MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Mars Area MS is 54th of 521 and Susquenita MS is 320th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).