Marshall Math Science Academy vs Melrose Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 967 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall Math Science Academy
Harrisburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
408 students
Melrose Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
536 students
| Measure | Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Melrose Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #372 of 521 | #1605 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #8789 of 15,369 | #49245 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 408 | 536 |
| Enrollment | 408 | 536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.1% | 112.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 18% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshall Math Science Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 10.8).
- •Marshall Math Science Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 18%).
- •Marshall Math Science Academy does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 25%).
- •Marshall Math Science Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 112.9%).
- •Melrose Sch does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 17.0).
- •Melrose Sch is the larger school with 536 students compared with 408.
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 Marshall Math Science Academy better than Melrose Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Marshall Math Science Academy ranks higher (44.7 vs 10.8 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 Marshall Math Science Academy and Melrose Sch?
About 967 m in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall Math Science Academy: 408. Melrose Sch: 536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall Math Science Academy and Melrose Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Marshall Math Science Academy is 372nd of 521 and Melrose Sch is 1605th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).