Marshall Simonds Middle vs Mary D Altavesta
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall Simonds Middle
Burlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
848 students
Mary D Altavesta
Woburn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
248 students
| Measure | Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington, Massachusetts | Mary D Altavesta Woburn, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #102 of 300 | #381 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #2233 of 15,369 | #11805 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 848 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 848 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 57% |
| city | Burlington | Woburn |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshall Simonds Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.7 vs 69.3).
- •Marshall Simonds Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Marshall Simonds Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Mary D Altavesta does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.6).
- •Marshall Simonds Middle is the larger school with 848 students compared with 248.
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 Marshall Simonds Middle better than Mary D Altavesta?
On the Success Index (US), Marshall Simonds Middle ranks higher (75.7 vs 69.3 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 Marshall Simonds Middle and Mary D Altavesta?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Burlington and Woburn in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall Simonds Middle: 848. Mary D Altavesta: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall Simonds Middle and Mary D Altavesta rank in Massachusetts?
Marshall Simonds Middle is 102nd of 300 and Mary D Altavesta is 381st of 1,009 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).