Central Middle vs Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 124 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Quincy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
671 students
Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center
Quincy · Public elementary · Grades PK–7
261 students
| Measure | Central Middle Quincy, Massachusetts | Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center Quincy, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #78 of 300 | #38 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #1391 of 15,369 | #791 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–7 |
| Students | 671 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 671 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | Quincy | Quincy |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.9 vs 80.6).
- •Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 16.0).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 671 students compared with 261.
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 Central Middle better than Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center ranks higher (89.9 vs 80.6 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 Central Middle and Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center?
About 124 m in a straight line, between Quincy and Quincy in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 671. Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center rank in Massachusetts?
Central Middle is 78th of 300 and Dr. Rick DeCristofaro Learning Center is 38th of 1,009 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).