Bates Elementary School vs John K Tarbox
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bates Elementary School
Roslindale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
281 students
John K Tarbox
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
281 students
| Measure | Bates Elementary School Roslindale, Massachusetts | John K Tarbox Lawrence, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #860 of 1,009 | #842 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #34614 of 50,301 | #33846 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 281 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Roslindale | Lawrence |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John K Tarbox scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.2 vs 36.0).
- •John K Tarbox does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Bates Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.7).
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 Bates Elementary School better than John K Tarbox?
On the Success Index (US), John K Tarbox ranks higher (37.2 vs 36.0 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 Bates Elementary School and John K Tarbox?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Roslindale and Lawrence in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bates Elementary School: 281. John K Tarbox: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bates Elementary School and John K Tarbox rank in Massachusetts?
Bates Elementary School is 860th of 1,009 and John K Tarbox is 842nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).