Marshall Math Science Academy vs Swatara MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.0 km 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
Swatara MS
Steelton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
611 students
| Measure | Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Swatara MS Steelton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #372 of 521 | #439 of 521 |
| National rank | #8789 of 15,369 | #11738 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 408 | 611 |
| Enrollment | 408 | 611 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.1% | 105.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 25% |
| city | Harrisburg | Steelton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshall Math Science Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 31.0).
- •Marshall Math Science Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 25%).
- •Marshall Math Science Academy does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 45%).
- •Marshall Math Science Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 105.4%).
- •Swatara MS does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 17.0).
- •Swatara MS is the larger school with 611 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 Swatara MS?
On the Success Index (US), Marshall Math Science Academy ranks higher (44.7 vs 31.0 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 Swatara MS?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Steelton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall Math Science Academy: 408. Swatara MS: 611. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall Math Science Academy and Swatara MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Marshall Math Science Academy is 372nd of 521 and Swatara MS is 439th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).