Palmer River vs Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmer River
Rehoboth · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
618 students
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
New Bedford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
618 students
| Measure | Palmer River Rehoboth, Massachusetts | Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #543 of 1,009 | #651 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #18349 of 50,301 | #23636 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 618 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 45% |
| city | Rehoboth | New Bedford |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmer River scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 52.2).
- •Palmer River does better on math proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •Palmer River does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 47%).
- •Sgt Wm H Carney Academy does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.0).
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 Palmer River better than Sgt Wm H Carney Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Palmer River ranks higher (59.8 vs 52.2 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 Palmer River and Sgt Wm H Carney Academy?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Rehoboth and New Bedford in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmer River: 618. Sgt Wm H Carney Academy: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmer River and Sgt Wm H Carney Academy rank in Massachusetts?
Palmer River is 543rd of 1,009 and Sgt Wm H Carney Academy is 651st of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).