John M Tobin vs Merrymount
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John M Tobin
Cambridge · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
291 students
Merrymount
Quincy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
| Measure | John M Tobin Cambridge, Massachusetts | Merrymount Quincy, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 1,009 | #460 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #759 of 50,301 | #15188 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 291 | 291 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 291 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 47% |
| city | Cambridge | Quincy |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John M Tobin scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.1 vs 64.4).
- •John M Tobin does better on math proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •John M Tobin does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 62%).
- •John M Tobin does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 12.1).
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 M Tobin better than Merrymount?
On the Success Index (US), John M Tobin ranks higher (90.1 vs 64.4 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 M Tobin and Merrymount?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and Quincy in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John M Tobin: 291. Merrymount: 291. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John M Tobin and Merrymount rank in Massachusetts?
John M Tobin is 35th of 1,009 and Merrymount is 460th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).