Ambrose Elementary vs M Norcross Stratton
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ambrose Elementary
Winchester · Public elementary · Grades K–5
398 students
M Norcross Stratton
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
448 students
| Measure | Ambrose Elementary Winchester, Massachusetts | M Norcross Stratton Arlington, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #12 of 1,009 | #215 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #314 of 50,301 | #5496 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 398 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 62% |
| city | Winchester | Arlington |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ambrose Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.7 vs 79.1).
- •Ambrose Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 62%).
- •Ambrose Elementary does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 72%).
- •M Norcross Stratton is the larger school with 448 students compared with 398.
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 Ambrose Elementary better than M Norcross Stratton?
On the Success Index (US), Ambrose Elementary ranks higher (92.7 vs 79.1 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 Ambrose Elementary and M Norcross Stratton?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Winchester and Arlington in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ambrose Elementary: 398. M Norcross Stratton: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ambrose Elementary and M Norcross Stratton rank in Massachusetts?
Ambrose Elementary is 12th of 1,009 and M Norcross Stratton is 215th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).