Alice M Barrows vs Arthur W Coolidge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alice M Barrows
Reading · Public elementary · Grades K–5
365 students
Arthur W Coolidge Middle
Reading · Public middle · Grades 6–8
405 students
| Measure | Alice M Barrows Reading, Massachusetts | Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #158 of 1,009 | #19 of 300 |
| National rank | #3449 of 50,301 | #277 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 365 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| city | Reading | Reading |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur W Coolidge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.2 vs 82.8).
- •Arthur W Coolidge Middle does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Arthur W Coolidge Middle does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.0).
- •Arthur W Coolidge Middle is the larger school with 405 students compared with 365.
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 Alice M Barrows better than Arthur W Coolidge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur W Coolidge Middle ranks higher (90.2 vs 82.8 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 Alice M Barrows and Arthur W Coolidge Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Reading and Reading in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alice M Barrows: 365. Arthur W Coolidge Middle: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alice M Barrows and Arthur W Coolidge Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Alice M Barrows is 158th of 1,009 and Arthur W Coolidge Middle is 19th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).