Highlands vs Riverside
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 43 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands
Braintree · Public elementary · Grades K–4
350 students
Riverside
Danvers · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
350 students
| Measure | Highlands Braintree, Massachusetts | Riverside Danvers, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #154 of 1,009 | #547 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #3390 of 50,301 | #18545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 350 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| city | Braintree | Danvers |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.0 vs 59.5).
- •Highlands does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Highlands does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 52%).
- •Highlands does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.0).
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 Riverside?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands ranks higher (83.0 vs 59.5 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 Riverside?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Braintree and Danvers in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands: 350. Riverside: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands and Riverside rank in Massachusetts?
Highlands is 154th of 1,009 and Riverside is 547th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).