Atkinson vs Thomson
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atkinson
North Andover · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
274 students
Thomson
North Andover · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
294 students
| Measure | Atkinson North Andover, Massachusetts | Thomson North Andover, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #513 of 1,009 | #414 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #17480 of 50,301 | #13115 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 274 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 274 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 52% |
| city | North Andover | North Andover |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomson scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.5 vs 61.0).
- •Atkinson does better on math proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •Thomson does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 50%).
- •Atkinson does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.3).
- •Thomson is the larger school with 294 students compared with 274.
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 Atkinson better than Thomson?
On the Success Index (US), Thomson ranks higher (67.5 vs 61.0 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 Atkinson and Thomson?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between North Andover and North Andover in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atkinson: 274. Thomson: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atkinson and Thomson rank in Massachusetts?
Atkinson is 513th of 1,009 and Thomson is 414th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).