Hanson Middle School vs High Rock School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanson Middle School
Hanson · Public middle · Grades 5–8
442 students
High Rock School
Needham · Public middle · Grades 6–6
441 students
| Measure | Hanson Middle School Hanson, Massachusetts | High Rock School Needham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #194 of 300 | #12 of 300 |
| National rank | #6800 of 15,369 | #183 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–6 |
| Students | 442 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 77% |
| city | Hanson | Needham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Rock School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.6 vs 53.9).
- •High Rock School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •High Rock School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 50%).
- •High Rock School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.4).
- •Hanson Middle School is the larger school with 442 students compared with 441.
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 Hanson Middle School better than High Rock School?
On the Success Index (US), High Rock School ranks higher (91.6 vs 53.9 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 Hanson Middle School and High Rock School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Hanson and Needham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanson Middle School: 442. High Rock School: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanson Middle School and High Rock School rank in Massachusetts?
Hanson Middle School is 194th of 300 and High Rock School is 12th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).