Alfred J Gomes vs John B Devalles
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.0 km 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
John B Devalles
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
292 students
| Measure | Alfred J Gomes New Bedford, Massachusetts | John B Devalles New Bedford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #886 of 1,009 | #742 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #36886 of 50,301 | #28669 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 623 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 623 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 47% |
| city | New Bedford | New Bedford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John B Devalles scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 32.5).
- •John B Devalles does better on math proficiency (47% vs 29%).
- •John B Devalles does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Alfred J Gomes does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.2).
- •Alfred J Gomes is the larger school with 623 students compared with 292.
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 John B Devalles?
On the Success Index (US), John B Devalles ranks higher (44.9 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 John B Devalles?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between New Bedford and New Bedford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alfred J Gomes: 623. John B Devalles: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alfred J Gomes and John B Devalles rank in Massachusetts?
Alfred J Gomes is 886th of 1,009 and John B Devalles is 742nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).