Alden School vs South River
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 6.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alden School
Duxbury · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
622 students
South River
Marshfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
272 students
| Measure | Alden School Duxbury, Massachusetts | South River Marshfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #174 of 1,009 | #144 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #4089 of 50,301 | #3152 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 622 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 622 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Duxbury | Marshfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South River scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.5 vs 81.6).
- •South River does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 70%).
- •Alden School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.4).
- •Alden School is the larger school with 622 students compared with 272.
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 Alden School better than South River?
On the Success Index (US), South River ranks higher (83.5 vs 81.6 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 Alden School and South River?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Duxbury and Marshfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alden School: 622. South River: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alden School and South River rank in Massachusetts?
Alden School is 174th of 1,009 and South River is 144th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).