Higginson-Lewis K-8 School vs Trotter Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 567 m 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
Trotter Elementary School
Dorchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
352 students
| Measure | Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury, Massachusetts | Trotter Elementary School Dorchester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #297 of 300 | #903 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #14269 of 15,369 | #38053 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 213 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 25% |
| city | Roxbury | Dorchester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Trotter Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.8 vs 17.0).
- •Trotter Elementary School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 4%).
- •Trotter Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 10%).
- •Higginson-Lewis K-8 School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 11.0).
- •Trotter Elementary School is the larger school with 352 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 Higginson-Lewis K-8 School better than Trotter Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Trotter Elementary School ranks higher (30.8 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 Trotter Elementary School?
About 567 m in a straight line, between Roxbury and Dorchester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School: 213. Trotter Elementary School: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Higginson-Lewis K-8 School and Trotter Elementary School rank in Massachusetts?
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is 297th of 300 and Trotter Elementary School is 903rd of 1,009 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).