High Rock School vs Needham High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Rock School
Needham · Public middle · Grades 6–6
441 students
Needham High
Needham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,633 students
| Measure | High Rock School Needham, Massachusetts | Needham High Needham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #12 of 300 | #17 of 300 |
| National rank | #183 of 15,369 | #294 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 441 | 1,633 |
| Enrollment | 441 | 1,633 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 89% |
| city | Needham | Needham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Rock School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.6 vs 89.2).
- •Needham High does better on math proficiency (89% vs 77%).
- •Needham High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Needham High is the larger school with 1,633 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 High Rock School better than Needham High?
On the Success Index (US), High Rock School ranks higher (91.6 vs 89.2 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 High Rock School and Needham High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Needham and Needham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Rock School: 441. Needham High: 1,633. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Rock School and Needham High rank in Massachusetts?
High Rock School is 12th of 300 and Needham High is 17th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).