Hanson Middle School vs Spark Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 72 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
Spark Academy
Lawrence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
| Measure | Hanson Middle School Hanson, Massachusetts | Spark Academy Lawrence, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #194 of 300 | #241 of 300 |
| National rank | #6800 of 15,369 | #10119 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 442 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Hanson | Lawrence |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hanson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.9 vs 38.7).
- •Hanson Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Hanson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 25%).
- •Spark Academy does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 13.4).
- •Spark Academy is the larger school with 443 students compared with 442.
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 Spark Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Hanson Middle School ranks higher (53.9 vs 38.7 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 Spark Academy?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Hanson and Lawrence in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanson Middle School: 442. Spark Academy: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanson Middle School and Spark Academy rank in Massachusetts?
Hanson Middle School is 194th of 300 and Spark Academy is 241st of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).