Hiram L Dorman vs Thomas M Balliet
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 977 m 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
Thomas M Balliet
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
291 students
| Measure | Hiram L Dorman Springfield, Massachusetts | Thomas M Balliet Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #976 of 1,009 | #961 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #43964 of 50,301 | #43111 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 279 | 291 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 291 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas M Balliet scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 21.4).
- •Hiram L Dorman does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Thomas M Balliet does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Thomas M Balliet does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.0).
- •Thomas M Balliet is the larger school with 291 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 Thomas M Balliet?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas M Balliet ranks higher (22.8 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 Thomas M Balliet?
About 977 m in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hiram L Dorman: 279. Thomas M Balliet: 291. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hiram L Dorman and Thomas M Balliet rank in Massachusetts?
Hiram L Dorman is 976th of 1,009 and Thomas M Balliet is 961st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).