Kiley Prep vs Vassal Lane Upper School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 120 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kiley Prep
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
298 students
Vassal Lane Upper School
Cambridge · Public middle · Grades 6–8
298 students
| Measure | Kiley Prep Springfield, Massachusetts | Vassal Lane Upper School Cambridge, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #87 of 300 | #88 of 300 |
| National rank | #1585 of 15,369 | #1606 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 298 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 298 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 7.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 58% |
| Math proficiency | – | 63% |
| city | Springfield | Cambridge |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.4 vs 79.3).
- •Vassal Lane Upper School does better on students per teacher (7.1 vs 11.9).
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 Kiley Prep better than Vassal Lane Upper School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Kiley Prep and Vassal Lane Upper School?
About 120 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Cambridge in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kiley Prep: 298. Vassal Lane Upper School: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kiley Prep and Vassal Lane Upper School rank in Massachusetts?
Kiley Prep is 87th of 300 and Vassal Lane Upper School is 88th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).