Arlington Middle School vs Oliver Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.2 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
Oliver Middle School
Lawrence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
348 students
| Measure | Arlington Middle School Lawrence, Massachusetts | Oliver Middle School Lawrence, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 300 | #278 of 300 |
| National rank | #12702 of 15,369 | #12641 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 543 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 543 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 24% |
| city | Lawrence | Lawrence |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.8 vs 26.2).
- •Oliver Middle School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 23%).
- •Arlington Middle School does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 22%).
- •Oliver Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.3).
- •Arlington Middle School is the larger school with 543 students compared with 348.
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 Oliver Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arlington Middle School and Oliver Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Lawrence and Lawrence in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Middle School: 543. Oliver Middle School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Middle School and Oliver Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Arlington Middle School is 281st of 300 and Oliver Middle School is 278th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).