Downey vs Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA)
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey
Westwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
271 students
Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA)
Norwood · Public other · Grades PK–PK
129 students
| Measure | Downey Westwood, Massachusetts | Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA) Norwood, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #57 of 1,009 | – |
| National rank | #1171 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 271 | 129 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 129 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | Westwood | Norwood |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downey does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 18.4).
- •Downey is the larger school with 271 students compared with 129.
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 Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA)?
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 Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA)?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Westwood and Norwood in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey: 271. Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA): 129. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey and Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA) rank in Massachusetts?
Downey is 57th of 1,009 and Little Mustangs Preschool Academy (LMPA) is unranked among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).