Melvin H. King South End Academy vs Quincy Upper School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 856 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melvin H. King South End Academy
Boston · Public other · Grades 1–12
125 students
Quincy Upper School
Boston · Public high · Grades 6–12
557 students
| Measure | Melvin H. King South End Academy Boston, Massachusetts | Quincy Upper School Boston, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #241 of 300 |
| National rank | – | #10479 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades 1–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 125 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 125 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 3.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 36% |
| city | Boston | Boston |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Quincy Upper School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 2.5%).
- •Quincy Upper School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 2.5%).
- •Melvin H. King South End Academy does better on students per teacher (3.3 vs 12.1).
- •Quincy Upper School is the larger school with 557 students compared with 125.
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 Melvin H. King South End Academy better than Quincy Upper School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Melvin H. King South End Academy and Quincy Upper School?
About 856 m in a straight line, between Boston and Boston in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melvin H. King South End Academy: 125. Quincy Upper School: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melvin H. King South End Academy and Quincy Upper School rank in Massachusetts?
Melvin H. King South End Academy is unranked and Quincy Upper School is 241st of 300 among other schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).