Frederick Harris vs Washington
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.
Frederick Harris
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
570 students
Washington
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
| Measure | Frederick Harris Springfield, Massachusetts | Washington Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #790 of 1,009 | #748 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #31131 of 50,301 | #28888 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 570 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 41.2).
- •Washington does better on math proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Washington does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.4).
- •Frederick Harris is the larger school with 570 students compared with 430.
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 Frederick Harris better than Washington?
On the Success Index (US), Washington ranks higher (44.6 vs 41.2 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 Frederick Harris and Washington?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frederick Harris: 570. Washington: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frederick Harris and Washington rank in Massachusetts?
Frederick Harris is 790th of 1,009 and Washington is 748th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).