Highlands vs James Fitzgerald Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands
Braintree · Public elementary · Grades K–4
350 students
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
Waltham · Public elementary · Grades K–5
350 students
| Measure | Highlands Braintree, Massachusetts | James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #154 of 1,009 | #301 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #3390 of 50,301 | #8583 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 350 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| city | Braintree | Waltham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.0 vs 74.0).
- •Highlands does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Highlands does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •James Fitzgerald Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 12.5).
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 Highlands better than James Fitzgerald Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands ranks higher (83.0 vs 74.0 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 Highlands and James Fitzgerald Elementary School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Braintree and Waltham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands: 350. James Fitzgerald Elementary School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands and James Fitzgerald Elementary School rank in Massachusetts?
Highlands is 154th of 1,009 and James Fitzgerald Elementary School is 301st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).