Lilja Elementary vs Swift River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 89 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lilja Elementary
Natick · Public elementary · Grades K–4
445 students
Swift River Elementary
Belchertown · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
445 students
| Measure | Lilja Elementary Natick, Massachusetts | Swift River Elementary Belchertown, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #253 of 1,009 | #702 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #6703 of 50,301 | #26066 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| city | Natick | Belchertown |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lilja Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 48.7).
- •Lilja Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Lilja Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Lilja Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.1).
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 Lilja Elementary better than Swift River Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lilja Elementary ranks higher (77.0 vs 48.7 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 Lilja Elementary and Swift River Elementary?
About 89 km in a straight line, between Natick and Belchertown in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lilja Elementary: 445. Swift River Elementary: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lilja Elementary and Swift River Elementary rank in Massachusetts?
Lilja Elementary is 253rd of 1,009 and Swift River Elementary is 702nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).