Hiram L Dorman vs John J Duggan Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hiram L Dorman
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
279 students
John J Duggan Academy
Springfield · Public high · Grades 6–12
823 students
| Measure | Hiram L Dorman Springfield, Massachusetts | John J Duggan Academy Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #976 of 1,009 | #258 of 300 |
| National rank | #43964 of 50,301 | #11968 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 279 | 823 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 823 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 30% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John J Duggan Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.0 vs 21.4).
- •John J Duggan Academy does better on math proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •John J Duggan Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •John J Duggan Academy does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.0).
- •John J Duggan Academy is the larger school with 823 students compared with 279.
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 Hiram L Dorman better than John J Duggan Academy?
On the Success Index (US), John J Duggan Academy ranks higher (36.0 vs 21.4 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 Hiram L Dorman and John J Duggan Academy?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hiram L Dorman: 279. John J Duggan Academy: 823. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hiram L Dorman and John J Duggan Academy rank in Massachusetts?
Hiram L Dorman is 976th of 1,009 and John J Duggan Academy is 258th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).