Dr An Wang School vs E W Thurston Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr An Wang School
Lowell · Public middle · Grades 5–8
663 students
E W Thurston Middle
Westwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
664 students
| Measure | Dr An Wang School Lowell, Massachusetts | E W Thurston Middle Westwood, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #212 of 300 | #60 of 300 |
| National rank | #7993 of 15,369 | #1015 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 663 | 664 |
| Enrollment | 663 | 664 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| city | Lowell | Westwood |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •E W Thurston Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 48.4).
- •E W Thurston Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •E W Thurston Middle does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 48%).
- •E W Thurston Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.4).
- •E W Thurston Middle is the larger school with 664 students compared with 663.
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 Dr An Wang School better than E W Thurston Middle?
On the Success Index (US), E W Thurston Middle ranks higher (83.1 vs 48.4 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 Dr An Wang School and E W Thurston Middle?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Lowell and Westwood in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr An Wang School: 663. E W Thurston Middle: 664. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr An Wang School and E W Thurston Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Dr An Wang School is 212th of 300 and E W Thurston Middle is 60th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).