Balch vs East Falmouth Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 86 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balch
Norwood · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
303 students
East Falmouth Elementary
East Falmouth · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
303 students
| Measure | Balch Norwood, Massachusetts | East Falmouth Elementary East Falmouth, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #643 of 1,009 | #525 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #23084 of 50,301 | #17783 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 303 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 303 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Norwood | East Falmouth |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Falmouth Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 52.9).
- •Balch does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •East Falmouth Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •East Falmouth Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 10.4).
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 East Falmouth Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), East Falmouth Elementary ranks higher (60.6 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 East Falmouth Elementary?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Norwood and East Falmouth in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balch: 303. East Falmouth Elementary: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balch and East Falmouth Elementary rank in Massachusetts?
Balch is 643rd of 1,009 and East Falmouth Elementary is 525th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).