Bowman vs Northeast Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowman
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
429 students
Northeast Elementary School
Waltham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
527 students
| Measure | Bowman Lexington, Massachusetts | Northeast Elementary School Waltham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #37 of 1,009 | #681 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #771 of 50,301 | #24831 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 429 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 41% |
| city | Lexington | Waltham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bowman scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.0 vs 50.5).
- •Bowman does better on math proficiency (79% vs 41%).
- •Bowman does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 46%).
- •Northeast Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.3).
- •Northeast Elementary School is the larger school with 527 students compared with 429.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Bowman better than Northeast Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Bowman ranks higher (90.0 vs 50.5 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 Bowman and Northeast Elementary School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Waltham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowman: 429. Northeast Elementary School: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowman and Northeast Elementary School rank in Massachusetts?
Bowman is 37th of 1,009 and Northeast Elementary School is 681st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).