John J Duggan Academy vs Taconic High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John J Duggan Academy
Springfield · Public high · Grades 6–12
823 students
Taconic High
Pittsfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
824 students
| Measure | John J Duggan Academy Springfield, Massachusetts | Taconic High Pittsfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #258 of 300 | #262 of 300 |
| National rank | #11968 of 16,910 | #12573 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 823 | 824 |
| Enrollment | 823 | 824 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 25% |
| city | Springfield | Pittsfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John J Duggan Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.0 vs 33.4).
- •John J Duggan Academy does better on math proficiency (30% vs 25%).
- •John J Duggan Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Taconic High does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.9).
- •Taconic High is the larger school with 824 students compared with 823.
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 J Duggan Academy better than Taconic High?
On the Success Index (US), John J Duggan Academy ranks higher (36.0 vs 33.4 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 John J Duggan Academy and Taconic High?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Pittsfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John J Duggan Academy: 823. Taconic High: 824. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John J Duggan Academy and Taconic High rank in Massachusetts?
John J Duggan Academy is 258th of 300 and Taconic High is 262nd of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).