Alfred J Gomes vs James B Congdon
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 921 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfred J Gomes
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
623 students
James B Congdon
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
299 students
| Measure | Alfred J Gomes New Bedford, Massachusetts | James B Congdon New Bedford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #886 of 1,009 | #7 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #36886 of 50,301 | #194 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 623 | 299 |
| Enrollment | 623 | 299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 82% |
| city | New Bedford | New Bedford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James B Congdon scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.9 vs 32.5).
- •James B Congdon does better on math proficiency (82% vs 29%).
- •James B Congdon does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 29%).
- •Alfred J Gomes is the larger school with 623 students compared with 299.
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 Alfred J Gomes better than James B Congdon?
On the Success Index (US), James B Congdon ranks higher (93.9 vs 32.5 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 Alfred J Gomes and James B Congdon?
About 921 m in a straight line, between New Bedford and New Bedford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alfred J Gomes: 623. James B Congdon: 299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alfred J Gomes and James B Congdon rank in Massachusetts?
Alfred J Gomes is 886th of 1,009 and James B Congdon is 7th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).