North Middlesex Regional vs Varnum Brook
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Middlesex Regional
Townsend · Public high · Grades 9–12
711 students
Varnum Brook
Pepperell · Public elementary · Grades K–4
606 students
| Measure | North Middlesex Regional Townsend, Massachusetts | Varnum Brook Pepperell, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #126 of 300 | #403 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #2366 of 16,910 | #12628 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 711 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 711 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 61% |
| city | Townsend | Pepperell |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Middlesex Regional scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 68.2).
- •North Middlesex Regional does better on math proficiency (64% vs 61%).
- •North Middlesex Regional does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 61%).
- •North Middlesex Regional does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.1).
- •North Middlesex Regional is the larger school with 711 students compared with 606.
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 North Middlesex Regional better than Varnum Brook?
On the Success Index (US), North Middlesex Regional ranks higher (73.9 vs 68.2 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 North Middlesex Regional and Varnum Brook?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Townsend and Pepperell in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Middlesex Regional: 711. Varnum Brook: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Middlesex Regional and Varnum Brook rank in Massachusetts?
North Middlesex Regional is 126th of 300 and Varnum Brook is 403rd of 1,009 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).