Doherty Memorial High vs Ma Academy for Math and Science School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Doherty Memorial High
Worcester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,573 students
Ma Academy for Math and Science School
Worcester · Public high · Grades 11–12
99 students
| Measure | Doherty Memorial High Worcester, Massachusetts | Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 300 | #233 of 300 |
| National rank | #7796 of 16,910 | #9481 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 11–12 |
| Students | 1,573 | 99 |
| Enrollment | 1,573 | 99 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 48% | – |
| city | Worcester | Worcester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Doherty Memorial High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.2 vs 45.9).
- •Doherty Memorial High does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.5).
- •Doherty Memorial High is the larger school with 1,573 students compared with 99.
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 Doherty Memorial High better than Ma Academy for Math and Science School?
On the Success Index (US), Doherty Memorial High ranks higher (52.2 vs 45.9 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 Doherty Memorial High and Ma Academy for Math and Science School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Worcester and Worcester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Doherty Memorial High: 1,573. Ma Academy for Math and Science School: 99. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Doherty Memorial High and Ma Academy for Math and Science School rank in Massachusetts?
Doherty Memorial High is 213th of 300 and Ma Academy for Math and Science School is 233rd of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).