Forest Grove Middle vs Marshall Simonds Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 57 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forest Grove Middle
Worcester · Public middle · Grades 7–8
839 students
Marshall Simonds Middle
Burlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
848 students
| Measure | Forest Grove Middle Worcester, Massachusetts | Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #227 of 300 | #102 of 300 |
| National rank | #9180 of 15,369 | #2233 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 839 | 848 |
| Enrollment | 839 | 848 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 60% |
| city | Worcester | Burlington |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshall Simonds Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.7 vs 42.9).
- •Marshall Simonds Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 31%).
- •Marshall Simonds Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 42%).
- •Forest Grove Middle does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 11.6).
- •Marshall Simonds Middle is the larger school with 848 students compared with 839.
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 Forest Grove Middle better than Marshall Simonds Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Marshall Simonds Middle ranks higher (75.7 vs 42.9 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 Forest Grove Middle and Marshall Simonds Middle?
About 57 km in a straight line, between Worcester and Burlington in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forest Grove Middle: 839. Marshall Simonds Middle: 848. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forest Grove Middle and Marshall Simonds Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Forest Grove Middle is 227th of 300 and Marshall Simonds Middle is 102nd of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).