Downey vs Edgar B Davis
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey
Brockton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
602 students
Edgar B Davis
Brockton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,009 students
| Measure | Downey Brockton, Massachusetts | Edgar B Davis Brockton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1003 of 1,009 | #988 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #47344 of 50,301 | #45510 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 602 | 1,009 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 1,009 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 28% |
| city | Brockton | Brockton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edgar B Davis scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 15.6).
- •Edgar B Davis does better on math proficiency (28% vs 19%).
- •Edgar B Davis does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 18%).
- •Downey does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.0).
- •Edgar B Davis is the larger school with 1,009 students compared with 602.
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 Downey better than Edgar B Davis?
On the Success Index (US), Edgar B Davis ranks higher (18.9 vs 15.6 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 Downey and Edgar B Davis?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Brockton and Brockton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey: 602. Edgar B Davis: 1,009. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey and Edgar B Davis rank in Massachusetts?
Downey is 1003rd of 1,009 and Edgar B Davis is 988th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).