Arlington Middle School vs Garfield Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington Middle School
Lawrence · Public middle · Grades 5–8
543 students
Garfield Middle School
Revere · Public middle · Grades 6–8
542 students
| Measure | Arlington Middle School Lawrence, Massachusetts | Garfield Middle School Revere, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 300 | #197 of 300 |
| National rank | #12702 of 15,369 | #6871 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 543 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 543 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 41% |
| city | Lawrence | Revere |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garfield Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 25.8).
- •Garfield Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 23%).
- •Garfield Middle School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 25%).
- •Garfield Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 12.3).
- •Arlington Middle School is the larger school with 543 students compared with 542.
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 Arlington Middle School better than Garfield Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Garfield Middle School ranks higher (53.6 vs 25.8 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 Arlington Middle School and Garfield Middle School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Lawrence and Revere in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Middle School: 543. Garfield Middle School: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Middle School and Garfield Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Arlington Middle School is 281st of 300 and Garfield Middle School is 197th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).