Justus C. Richardson Middle School vs Oak Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 54 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Justus C. Richardson Middle School
Dracut · Public middle · Grades 6–8
916 students
Oak Middle School
Shrewsbury · Public middle · Grades 7–8
914 students
| Measure | Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut, Massachusetts | Oak Middle School Shrewsbury, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #188 of 300 | #96 of 300 |
| National rank | #6527 of 15,369 | #1997 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 916 | 914 |
| Enrollment | 916 | 914 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 65% |
| city | Dracut | Shrewsbury |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oak Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 55.2).
- •Oak Middle School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 47%).
- •Oak Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 51%).
- •Oak Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.8).
- •Justus C. Richardson Middle School is the larger school with 916 students compared with 914.
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 Justus C. Richardson Middle School better than Oak Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Oak Middle School ranks higher (77.0 vs 55.2 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 Justus C. Richardson Middle School and Oak Middle School?
About 54 km in a straight line, between Dracut and Shrewsbury in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Justus C. Richardson Middle School: 916. Oak Middle School: 914. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Justus C. Richardson Middle School and Oak Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Justus C. Richardson Middle School is 188th of 300 and Oak Middle School is 96th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).