Balch vs Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 657 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balch
Norwood · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
303 students
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School
Norwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
807 students
| Measure | Balch Norwood, Massachusetts | Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #643 of 1,009 | #168 of 300 |
| National rank | #23084 of 50,301 | #5540 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 303 | 807 |
| Enrollment | 303 | 807 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 45% |
| city | Norwood | Norwood |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 52.9).
- •Balch does better on math proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •Balch does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.5).
- •Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School is the larger school with 807 students compared with 303.
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 Balch better than Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School ranks higher (59.7 vs 52.9 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 Balch and Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School?
About 657 m in a straight line, between Norwood and Norwood in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balch: 303. Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School: 807. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balch and Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Balch is 643rd of 1,009 and Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School is 168th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).