H.B. Lawrence School vs Joseph Metcalf School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
H.B. Lawrence School
Holyoke · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
305 students
Joseph Metcalf School
Holyoke · Public middle · Grades 6–8
213 students
| Measure | H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke, Massachusetts | Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1004 of 1,009 | #193 of 300 |
| National rank | #47692 of 50,301 | #6654 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 305 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 305 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 42% |
| city | Holyoke | Holyoke |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph Metcalf School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 14.9).
- •Joseph Metcalf School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 5%).
- •Joseph Metcalf School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 15%).
- •Joseph Metcalf School does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 13.3).
- •H.B. Lawrence School is the larger school with 305 students compared with 213.
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 H.B. Lawrence School better than Joseph Metcalf School?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph Metcalf School ranks higher (54.5 vs 14.9 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 H.B. Lawrence School and Joseph Metcalf School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Holyoke and Holyoke in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
H.B. Lawrence School: 305. Joseph Metcalf School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do H.B. Lawrence School and Joseph Metcalf School rank in Massachusetts?
H.B. Lawrence School is 1004th of 1,009 and Joseph Metcalf School is 193rd of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).