Cunniff vs James Fitzgerald Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 952 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cunniff
Watertown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
320 students
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
Waltham · Public elementary · Grades K–5
350 students
| Measure | Cunniff Watertown, Massachusetts | James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #679 of 1,009 | #301 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #24739 of 50,301 | #8583 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 320 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 62% |
| city | Watertown | Waltham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Fitzgerald Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 50.6).
- •James Fitzgerald Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •James Fitzgerald Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Cunniff does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 10.0).
- •James Fitzgerald Elementary School is the larger school with 350 students compared with 320.
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 Cunniff better than James Fitzgerald Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), James Fitzgerald Elementary School ranks higher (74.0 vs 50.6 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 Cunniff and James Fitzgerald Elementary School?
About 952 m in a straight line, between Watertown and Waltham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cunniff: 320. James Fitzgerald Elementary School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cunniff and James Fitzgerald Elementary School rank in Massachusetts?
Cunniff is 679th of 1,009 and James Fitzgerald Elementary School is 301st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).