Holmes Elementary School vs Lee K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 613 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmes Elementary School
Dorchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
283 students
Lee K-8 School
Dorchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
551 students
| Measure | Holmes Elementary School Dorchester, Massachusetts | Lee K-8 School Dorchester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #874 of 1,009 | #943 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #36113 of 50,301 | #41391 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 283 | 551 |
| Enrollment | 283 | 551 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 15% |
| city | Dorchester | Dorchester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holmes Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.7 vs 25.5).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Lee K-8 School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 9.4).
- •Lee K-8 School is the larger school with 551 students compared with 283.
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 Holmes Elementary School better than Lee K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), Holmes Elementary School ranks higher (33.7 vs 25.5 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 Holmes Elementary School and Lee K-8 School?
About 613 m in a straight line, between Dorchester and Dorchester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmes Elementary School: 283. Lee K-8 School: 551. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmes Elementary School and Lee K-8 School rank in Massachusetts?
Holmes Elementary School is 874th of 1,009 and Lee K-8 School is 943rd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).