Downey vs Plouffe Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey
Brockton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
602 students
Plouffe Middle School
Brockton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
627 students
| Measure | Downey Brockton, Massachusetts | Plouffe Middle School Brockton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1003 of 1,009 | #238 of 300 |
| National rank | #47344 of 50,301 | #9927 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 602 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 37% |
| city | Brockton | Brockton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plouffe Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 15.6).
- •Plouffe Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 19%).
- •Plouffe Middle School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 18%).
- •Plouffe Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.7).
- •Plouffe Middle School is the larger school with 627 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 Plouffe Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Plouffe Middle School ranks higher (39.5 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 Plouffe Middle School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Brockton and Brockton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey: 602. Plouffe Middle School: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey and Plouffe Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Downey is 1003rd of 1,009 and Plouffe Middle School is 238th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).