David Prouty High vs Excel High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 77 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
David Prouty High
Spencer · Public high · Grades 9–12
306 students
Excel High School
South Boston · Public high · Grades 9–12
301 students
| Measure | David Prouty High Spencer, Massachusetts | Excel High School South Boston, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #202 of 300 | #242 of 300 |
| National rank | #6749 of 16,910 | #10518 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 306 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 306 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 7.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 32% |
| city | Spencer | South Boston |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •David Prouty High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 41.8).
- •David Prouty High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •David Prouty High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Excel High School does better on students per teacher (7.3 vs 10.2).
- •David Prouty High is the larger school with 306 students compared with 301.
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 David Prouty High better than Excel High School?
On the Success Index (US), David Prouty High ranks higher (56.2 vs 41.8 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 David Prouty High and Excel High School?
About 77 km in a straight line, between Spencer and South Boston in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
David Prouty High: 306. Excel High School: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do David Prouty High and Excel High School rank in Massachusetts?
David Prouty High is 202nd of 300 and Excel High School is 242nd of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).