Gibbs School vs Locke Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gibbs School
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–6
529 students
Locke Middle
Billerica · Public middle · Grades 5–7
531 students
| Measure | Gibbs School Arlington, Massachusetts | Locke Middle Billerica, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #51 of 300 | #138 of 300 |
| National rank | #804 of 15,369 | #4496 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 529 | 531 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 531 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 49% |
| city | Arlington | Billerica |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gibbs School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 64.5).
- •Gibbs School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 49%).
- •Gibbs School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 52%).
- •Locke Middle does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.6).
- •Locke Middle is the larger school with 531 students compared with 529.
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 Locke Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Gibbs School ranks higher (84.6 vs 64.5 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 Gibbs School and Locke Middle?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Billerica in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gibbs School: 529. Locke Middle: 531. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gibbs School and Locke Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Gibbs School is 51st of 300 and Locke Middle is 138th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).