M Norcross Stratton vs Paxton Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 64 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
M Norcross Stratton
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
448 students
Paxton Center
Paxton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
448 students
| Measure | M Norcross Stratton Arlington, Massachusetts | Paxton Center Paxton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #215 of 1,009 | #435 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #5496 of 50,301 | #14130 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 448 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 448 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 56% |
| city | Arlington | Paxton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •M Norcross Stratton scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 66.0).
- •M Norcross Stratton does better on math proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •M Norcross Stratton does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •M Norcross Stratton does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 12.8).
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 M Norcross Stratton better than Paxton Center?
On the Success Index (US), M Norcross Stratton ranks higher (79.1 vs 66.0 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 M Norcross Stratton and Paxton Center?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Paxton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
M Norcross Stratton: 448. Paxton Center: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do M Norcross Stratton and Paxton Center rank in Massachusetts?
M Norcross Stratton is 215th of 1,009 and Paxton Center is 435th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).