Athol Community Elementary School vs Edward P. Boland School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 59 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athol Community Elementary School
Athol · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
589 students
Edward P. Boland School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
587 students
| Measure | Athol Community Elementary School Athol, Massachusetts | Edward P. Boland School Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #851 of 1,009 | #983 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #34293 of 50,301 | #44587 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 589 | 587 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 587 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| city | Athol | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Athol Community Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.5 vs 20.4).
- •Athol Community Elementary School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Athol Community Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •Edward P. Boland School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.0).
- •Athol Community Elementary School is the larger school with 589 students compared with 587.
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 Athol Community Elementary School better than Edward P. Boland School?
On the Success Index (US), Athol Community Elementary School ranks higher (36.5 vs 20.4 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 Athol Community Elementary School and Edward P. Boland School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Athol and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athol Community Elementary School: 589. Edward P. Boland School: 587. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athol Community Elementary School and Edward P. Boland School rank in Massachusetts?
Athol Community Elementary School is 851st of 1,009 and Edward P. Boland School is 983rd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).