Gibbs School vs Hardy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 659 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gibbs School
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–6
529 students
Hardy
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
382 students
| Measure | Gibbs School Arlington, Massachusetts | Hardy Arlington, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #51 of 300 | #231 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #804 of 15,369 | #6087 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 529 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 63% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gibbs School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 78.1).
- •Gibbs School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 63%).
- •Gibbs School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 66%).
- •Hardy does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.6).
- •Gibbs School is the larger school with 529 students compared with 382.
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 Gibbs School better than Hardy?
On the Success Index (US), Gibbs School ranks higher (84.6 vs 78.1 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 Gibbs School and Hardy?
About 659 m in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gibbs School: 529. Hardy: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gibbs School and Hardy rank in Massachusetts?
Gibbs School is 51st of 300 and Hardy is 231st of 1,009 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).