Brookside vs Shining Star Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 498 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brookside
Milford · Public elementary · Grades K–2
578 students
Shining Star Early Childhood Center
Milford · Public other · Grades PK–PK
158 students
| Measure | Brookside Milford, Massachusetts | Shining Star Early Childhood Center Milford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #93 of 1,009 | – |
| National rank | #1891 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 578 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Milford | Milford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brookside does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 17.6).
- •Brookside is the larger school with 578 students compared with 158.
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 Brookside better than Shining Star Early Childhood Center?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Brookside and Shining Star Early Childhood Center?
About 498 m in a straight line, between Milford and Milford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brookside: 578. Shining Star Early Childhood Center: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brookside and Shining Star Early Childhood Center rank in Massachusetts?
Brookside is 93rd of 1,009 and Shining Star Early Childhood Center is unranked among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).