Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School vs McCarthy Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 51 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School
Norwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
807 students
McCarthy Middle School
Chelmsford · Public middle · Grades 7–8
808 students
| Measure | Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood, Massachusetts | McCarthy Middle School Chelmsford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #168 of 300 | #55 of 300 |
| National rank | #5540 of 15,369 | #923 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 807 | 808 |
| Enrollment | 807 | 808 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 66% |
| city | Norwood | Chelmsford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCarthy Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 59.7).
- •McCarthy Middle School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 45%).
- •McCarthy Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 50%).
- •Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.4).
- •McCarthy Middle School is the larger school with 808 students compared with 807.
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. Philip O. Coakley Middle School better than McCarthy Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), McCarthy Middle School ranks higher (83.7 vs 59.7 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. Philip O. Coakley Middle School and McCarthy Middle School?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Norwood and Chelmsford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School: 807. McCarthy Middle School: 808. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School and McCarthy Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School is 168th of 300 and McCarthy Middle School is 55th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).