Higginson-Lewis K-8 School vs Joseph Metcalf School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 128 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School
Roxbury · Public middle · Grades 3–8
213 students
Joseph Metcalf School
Holyoke · Public middle · Grades 6–8
213 students
| Measure | Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury, Massachusetts | Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #297 of 300 | #193 of 300 |
| National rank | #14269 of 15,369 | #6654 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 213 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 42% |
| city | Roxbury | Holyoke |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph Metcalf School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 17.0).
- •Joseph Metcalf School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 4%).
- •Joseph Metcalf School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 10%).
- •Higginson-Lewis K-8 School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 10.1).
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 Higginson-Lewis K-8 School better than Joseph Metcalf School?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph Metcalf School ranks higher (54.5 vs 17.0 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 Higginson-Lewis K-8 School and Joseph Metcalf School?
About 128 km in a straight line, between Roxbury and Holyoke in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School: 213. Joseph Metcalf School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Higginson-Lewis K-8 School and Joseph Metcalf School rank in Massachusetts?
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is 297th of 300 and Joseph Metcalf School is 193rd of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).