Downey vs Mildred Avenue K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey
Brockton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
602 students
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
Mattapan · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
601 students
| Measure | Downey Brockton, Massachusetts | Mildred Avenue K-8 School Mattapan, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1003 of 1,009 | #958 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #47344 of 50,301 | #42573 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 602 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 19% |
| city | Brockton | Mattapan |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mildred Avenue K-8 School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.6 vs 15.6).
- •Mildred Avenue K-8 School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 18%).
- •Mildred Avenue K-8 School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.7).
- •Downey is the larger school with 602 students compared with 601.
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 Mildred Avenue K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), Mildred Avenue K-8 School ranks higher (23.6 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 Mildred Avenue K-8 School?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Brockton and Mattapan in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey: 602. Mildred Avenue K-8 School: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey and Mildred Avenue K-8 School rank in Massachusetts?
Downey is 1003rd of 1,009 and Mildred Avenue K-8 School is 958th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).