John Avery Parker vs Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 918 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Avery Parker
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
289 students
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
618 students
| Measure | John Avery Parker New Bedford, Massachusetts | Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #714 of 1,009 | #651 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #26816 of 50,301 | #23636 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 289 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 45% |
| city | New Bedford | New Bedford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sgt Wm H Carney Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.2 vs 47.5).
- •Sgt Wm H Carney Academy does better on math proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •John Avery Parker does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.4).
- •Sgt Wm H Carney Academy is the larger school with 618 students compared with 289.
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 John Avery Parker better than Sgt Wm H Carney Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Sgt Wm H Carney Academy ranks higher (52.2 vs 47.5 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 John Avery Parker and Sgt Wm H Carney Academy?
About 918 m in a straight line, between New Bedford and New Bedford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Avery Parker: 289. Sgt Wm H Carney Academy: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Avery Parker and Sgt Wm H Carney Academy rank in Massachusetts?
John Avery Parker is 714th of 1,009 and Sgt Wm H Carney Academy is 651st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).