Dr Frederick N Sweetsir vs Helen R Donaghue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir
Merrimac · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
217 students
Helen R Donaghue School
Merrimac · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
262 students
| Measure | Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac, Massachusetts | Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #421 of 1,009 | #588 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #13641 of 50,301 | #20200 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 217 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 217 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 44% |
| Math proficiency | – | 54% |
| city | Merrimac | Merrimac |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr Frederick N Sweetsir scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.7 vs 57.1).
- •Helen R Donaghue School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.8).
- •Helen R Donaghue School is the larger school with 262 students compared with 217.
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 Frederick N Sweetsir better than Helen R Donaghue School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr Frederick N Sweetsir ranks higher (66.7 vs 57.1 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 Dr Frederick N Sweetsir and Helen R Donaghue School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Merrimac and Merrimac in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir: 217. Helen R Donaghue School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr Frederick N Sweetsir and Helen R Donaghue School rank in Massachusetts?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir is 421st of 1,009 and Helen R Donaghue School is 588th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).