Gardner vs South
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gardner
Swansea · Public elementary · Grades K–2
276 students
South
Somerset · Public elementary · Grades K–5
242 students
| Measure | Gardner Swansea, Massachusetts | South Somerset, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #992 of 1,009 | #356 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #46221 of 50,301 | #10832 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 276 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 72% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Swansea | Somerset |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.7 vs 17.7).
- •South does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 19.7).
- •Gardner is the larger school with 276 students compared with 242.
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 Gardner better than South?
On the Success Index (US), South ranks higher (70.7 vs 17.7 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 Gardner and South?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Swansea and Somerset in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gardner: 276. South: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gardner and South rank in Massachusetts?
Gardner is 992nd of 1,009 and South is 356th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).