John R Fausey vs Tatham
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John R Fausey
West Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
435 students
Tatham
West Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
277 students
| Measure | John R Fausey West Springfield, Massachusetts | Tatham West Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #341 of 1,009 | #405 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #10261 of 50,301 | #12770 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 435 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 435 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 57% |
| city | West Springfield | West Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John R Fausey scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.5 vs 68.0).
- •John R Fausey does better on math proficiency (64% vs 57%).
- •Tatham does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •John R Fausey does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.0).
- •John R Fausey is the larger school with 435 students compared with 277.
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 R Fausey better than Tatham?
On the Success Index (US), John R Fausey ranks higher (71.5 vs 68.0 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 R Fausey and Tatham?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between West Springfield and West Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John R Fausey: 435. Tatham: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John R Fausey and Tatham rank in Massachusetts?
John R Fausey is 341st of 1,009 and Tatham is 405th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).