Elm Park Community vs Francis J McGrath Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elm Park Community
Worcester · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
478 students
Francis J McGrath Elementary
Worcester · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
200 students
| Measure | Elm Park Community Worcester, Massachusetts | Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #975 of 1,009 | #855 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #43894 of 50,301 | #34443 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 478 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 478 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 27% |
| city | Worcester | Worcester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis J McGrath Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 21.5).
- •Francis J McGrath Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Francis J McGrath Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Francis J McGrath Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.9).
- •Elm Park Community is the larger school with 478 students compared with 200.
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 Elm Park Community better than Francis J McGrath Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Francis J McGrath Elementary ranks higher (36.3 vs 21.5 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 Elm Park Community and Francis J McGrath Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Worcester and Worcester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elm Park Community: 478. Francis J McGrath Elementary: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elm Park Community and Francis J McGrath Elementary rank in Massachusetts?
Elm Park Community is 975th of 1,009 and Francis J McGrath Elementary is 855th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).