Dr John C Page School vs Helen R Donaghue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr John C Page School
West Newbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
327 students
Helen R Donaghue School
Merrimac · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
262 students
| Measure | Dr John C Page School West Newbury, Massachusetts | Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #398 of 1,009 | #588 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #12490 of 50,301 | #20200 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 327 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 54% |
| city | West Newbury | Merrimac |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr John C Page School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.3 vs 57.1).
- •Dr John C Page School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Dr John C Page School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •Helen R Donaghue School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.1).
- •Dr John C Page School is the larger school with 327 students compared with 262.
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 John C Page School better than Helen R Donaghue School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr John C Page School ranks higher (68.3 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 John C Page School and Helen R Donaghue School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between West Newbury and Merrimac in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr John C Page School: 327. Helen R Donaghue School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr John C Page School and Helen R Donaghue School rank in Massachusetts?
Dr John C Page School is 398th of 1,009 and Helen R Donaghue School is 588th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).