Arthur M Longsjo Middle School vs McKay Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School
Fitchburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
614 students
McKay Elementary School
Fitchburg · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
754 students
| Measure | Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg, Massachusetts | McKay Elementary School Fitchburg, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #252 of 300 | #946 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #10933 of 15,369 | #41650 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 614 | 754 |
| Enrollment | 614 | 754 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 20% |
| city | Fitchburg | Fitchburg |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur M Longsjo Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.6 vs 25.1).
- •Arthur M Longsjo Middle School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 20%).
- •Arthur M Longsjo Middle School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 25%).
- •McKay Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 11.4).
- •McKay Elementary School is the larger school with 754 students compared with 614.
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 Arthur M Longsjo Middle School better than McKay Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur M Longsjo Middle School ranks higher (34.6 vs 25.1 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 Arthur M Longsjo Middle School and McKay Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Fitchburg and Fitchburg in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School: 614. McKay Elementary School: 754. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur M Longsjo Middle School and McKay Elementary School rank in Massachusetts?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is 252nd of 300 and McKay Elementary School is 946th of 1,009 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).