Downey vs Gilmore Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey
Brockton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
602 students
Gilmore Elementary School
Brockton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
444 students
| Measure | Downey Brockton, Massachusetts | Gilmore Elementary School Brockton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1003 of 1,009 | #1002 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #47344 of 50,301 | #47064 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 602 | 444 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 444 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 30% |
| city | Brockton | Brockton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.6 vs 16.1).
- •Gilmore Elementary School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 19%).
- •Gilmore Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 18%).
- •Downey does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.1).
- •Downey is the larger school with 602 students compared with 444.
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 Gilmore Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Downey and Gilmore Elementary School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Brockton and Brockton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey: 602. Gilmore Elementary School: 444. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey and Gilmore Elementary School rank in Massachusetts?
Downey is 1003rd of 1,009 and Gilmore Elementary School is 1002nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).