Downey vs Plains Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey
Westwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
271 students
Plains Elementary
South Hadley · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
271 students
| Measure | Downey Westwood, Massachusetts | Plains Elementary South Hadley, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 1,009 | #615 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #1171 of 50,301 | #21606 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 271 | 271 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 271 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | Westwood | South Hadley |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downey scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.4 vs 55.1).
- •Downey does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.3).
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 Plains Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Downey ranks higher (88.4 vs 55.1 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 Plains Elementary?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Westwood and South Hadley in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey: 271. Plains Elementary: 271. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey and Plains Elementary rank in Massachusetts?
Downey is 57th of 1,009 and Plains Elementary is 615th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).