John E. McCarthy vs Peabody Veterans Memorial High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John E. McCarthy
Peabody · Public elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
Peabody Veterans Memorial High
Peabody · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,333 students
| Measure | John E. McCarthy Peabody, Massachusetts | Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #574 of 1,009 | #187 of 300 |
| National rank | #19786 of 50,301 | #5316 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 385 | 1,333 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 1,333 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 49% |
| city | Peabody | Peabody |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peabody Veterans Memorial High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 57.7).
- •John E. McCarthy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Peabody Veterans Memorial High does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Peabody Veterans Memorial High does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 13.8).
- •Peabody Veterans Memorial High is the larger school with 1,333 students compared with 385.
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 E. McCarthy better than Peabody Veterans Memorial High?
On the Success Index (US), Peabody Veterans Memorial High ranks higher (61.9 vs 57.7 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 E. McCarthy and Peabody Veterans Memorial High?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Peabody and Peabody in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John E. McCarthy: 385. Peabody Veterans Memorial High: 1,333. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John E. McCarthy and Peabody Veterans Memorial High rank in Massachusetts?
John E. McCarthy is 574th of 1,009 and Peabody Veterans Memorial High is 187th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).