Gibbs School vs Village School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 25 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
Village School
Marblehead · Public middle · Grades 4–6
529 students
| Measure | Gibbs School Arlington, Massachusetts | Village School Marblehead, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #51 of 300 | #67 of 300 |
| National rank | #804 of 15,369 | #1154 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 529 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 67% |
| city | Arlington | Marblehead |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gibbs School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 82.2).
- •Gibbs School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 67%).
- •Gibbs School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 64%).
- •Village School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.6).
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 Village School?
On the Success Index (US), Gibbs School ranks higher (84.6 vs 82.2 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 Gibbs School and Village School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Marblehead in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gibbs School: 529. Village School: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gibbs School and Village School rank in Massachusetts?
Gibbs School is 51st of 300 and Village School is 67th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).