Adams Elementary School vs McKay K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 412 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary School
East Boston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
237 students
McKay K-8 School
East Boston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
640 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary School East Boston, Massachusetts | McKay K-8 School East Boston, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #826 of 1,009 | #931 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #32800 of 50,301 | #39979 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 237 | 640 |
| Enrollment | 237 | 640 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 7.2 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | East Boston | East Boston |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.7 vs 27.7).
- •Adams Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Adams Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Adams Elementary School does better on students per teacher (7.2 vs 9.6).
- •McKay K-8 School is the larger school with 640 students compared with 237.
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 Adams Elementary School better than McKay K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), Adams Elementary School ranks higher (38.7 vs 27.7 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 Adams Elementary School and McKay K-8 School?
About 412 m in a straight line, between East Boston and East Boston in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary School: 237. McKay K-8 School: 640. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary School and McKay K-8 School rank in Massachusetts?
Adams Elementary School is 826th of 1,009 and McKay K-8 School is 931st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).