Collins Middle vs J Henry Higgins Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Collins Middle
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
611 students
J Henry Higgins Middle
Peabody · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,320 students
| Measure | Collins Middle Salem, Massachusetts | J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #231 of 300 | #201 of 300 |
| National rank | #9376 of 15,369 | #7214 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 611 | 1,320 |
| Enrollment | 611 | 1,320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 43% |
| city | Salem | Peabody |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J Henry Higgins Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.9 vs 42.0).
- •J Henry Higgins Middle does better on math proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •J Henry Higgins Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 39%).
- •J Henry Higgins Middle does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 12.7).
- •J Henry Higgins Middle is the larger school with 1,320 students compared with 611.
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 Collins Middle better than J Henry Higgins Middle?
On the Success Index (US), J Henry Higgins Middle ranks higher (51.9 vs 42.0 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 Collins Middle and J Henry Higgins Middle?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Salem and Peabody in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Collins Middle: 611. J Henry Higgins Middle: 1,320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Collins Middle and J Henry Higgins Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Collins Middle is 231st of 300 and J Henry Higgins Middle is 201st of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).