John D Runkle vs Michael Driscoll
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 868 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John D Runkle
Brookline · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
476 students
Michael Driscoll
Brookline · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
567 students
| Measure | John D Runkle Brookline, Massachusetts | Michael Driscoll Brookline, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #100 of 1,009 | #122 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #2016 of 50,301 | #2368 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 476 | 567 |
| Enrollment | 476 | 567 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 78% |
| city | Brookline | Brookline |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (86.0 vs 85.2).
- •Michael Driscoll does better on math proficiency (78% vs 75%).
- •John D Runkle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.8).
- •Michael Driscoll is the larger school with 567 students compared with 476.
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 D Runkle better than Michael Driscoll?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John D Runkle and Michael Driscoll?
About 868 m in a straight line, between Brookline and Brookline in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John D Runkle: 476. Michael Driscoll: 567. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John D Runkle and Michael Driscoll rank in Massachusetts?
John D Runkle is 100th of 1,009 and Michael Driscoll is 122nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).