Charles S Ashley vs Normandin Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 636 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles S Ashley
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
272 students
Normandin Middle School
New Bedford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
990 students
| Measure | Charles S Ashley New Bedford, Massachusetts | Normandin Middle School New Bedford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #847 of 1,009 | #274 of 300 |
| National rank | #34089 of 50,301 | #12515 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 272 | 990 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 990 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 23% |
| city | New Bedford | New Bedford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charles S Ashley scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.8 vs 26.9).
- •Charles S Ashley does better on math proficiency (37% vs 23%).
- •Charles S Ashley does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •Normandin Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.6).
- •Normandin Middle School is the larger school with 990 students compared with 272.
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 Charles S Ashley better than Normandin Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Charles S Ashley ranks higher (36.8 vs 26.9 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 Charles S Ashley and Normandin Middle School?
About 636 m in a straight line, between New Bedford and New Bedford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles S Ashley: 272. Normandin Middle School: 990. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles S Ashley and Normandin Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Charles S Ashley is 847th of 1,009 and Normandin Middle School is 274th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).