Daniel Butler vs John P Oldham
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Daniel Butler
Belmont · Public elementary · Grades K–3
261 students
John P Oldham
Norwood · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
261 students
| Measure | Daniel Butler Belmont, Massachusetts | John P Oldham Norwood, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #51 of 1,009 | #325 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #980 of 50,301 | #9385 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 261 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 62% |
| city | Belmont | Norwood |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Daniel Butler scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.1 vs 72.8).
- •Daniel Butler does better on math proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •Daniel Butler does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 57%).
- •John P Oldham does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 12.4).
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 Daniel Butler better than John P Oldham?
On the Success Index (US), Daniel Butler ranks higher (89.1 vs 72.8 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 Daniel Butler and John P Oldham?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Belmont and Norwood in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daniel Butler: 261. John P Oldham: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daniel Butler and John P Oldham rank in Massachusetts?
Daniel Butler is 51st of 1,009 and John P Oldham is 325th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).