Medford High vs Thompson
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Medford High
Medford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,195 students
Thompson
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
537 students
| Measure | Medford High Medford, Massachusetts | Thompson Arlington, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #127 of 300 | #199 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #2414 of 16,910 | #5100 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,195 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 1,195 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 69% |
| city | Medford | Arlington |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompson scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 73.7).
- •Thompson does better on math proficiency (69% vs 58%).
- •Thompson does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 63%).
- •Medford High does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 13.8).
- •Medford High is the larger school with 1,195 students compared with 537.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Medford High better than Thompson?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson ranks higher (79.8 vs 73.7 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 Medford High and Thompson?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Medford and Arlington in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Medford High: 1,195. Thompson: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Medford High and Thompson rank in Massachusetts?
Medford High is 127th of 300 and Thompson is 199th of 1,009 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).