Lawrence vs Pierce
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 700 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawrence
Brookline · Public elementary · Grades K–8
630 students
Pierce
Brookline · Public elementary · Grades K–8
592 students
| Measure | Lawrence Brookline, Massachusetts | Pierce Brookline, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #167 of 1,009 | #101 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #3845 of 50,301 | #2064 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 630 | 592 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 592 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 75% |
| city | Brookline | Brookline |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pierce scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.9 vs 82.1).
- •Pierce does better on math proficiency (75% vs 74%).
- •Pierce does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 73%).
- •Pierce does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.0).
- •Lawrence is the larger school with 630 students compared with 592.
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 Lawrence better than Pierce?
On the Success Index (US), Pierce ranks higher (85.9 vs 82.1 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 Lawrence and Pierce?
About 700 m in a straight line, between Brookline and Brookline in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawrence: 630. Pierce: 592. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawrence and Pierce rank in Massachusetts?
Lawrence is 167th of 1,009 and Pierce is 101st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).