Brightwood vs German Gerena Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 424 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brightwood
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
456 students
German Gerena Community School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
621 students
| Measure | Brightwood Springfield, Massachusetts | German Gerena Community School Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #997 of 1,009 | #870 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #46698 of 50,301 | #35261 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 456 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 456 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •German Gerena Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 16.8).
- •German Gerena Community School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •German Gerena Community School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •German Gerena Community School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.7).
- •German Gerena Community School is the larger school with 621 students compared with 456.
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 Brightwood better than German Gerena Community School?
On the Success Index (US), German Gerena Community School ranks higher (35.0 vs 16.8 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 Brightwood and German Gerena Community School?
About 424 m in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brightwood: 456. German Gerena Community School: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brightwood and German Gerena Community School rank in Massachusetts?
Brightwood is 997th of 1,009 and German Gerena Community School is 870th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).