Paul R Baird Middle vs Wilbraham Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paul R Baird Middle
Ludlow · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
Wilbraham Middle
Wilbraham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
613 students
| Measure | Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow, Massachusetts | Wilbraham Middle Wilbraham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #216 of 300 | #113 of 300 |
| National rank | #8296 of 15,369 | #2955 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 513 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 53% |
| city | Ludlow | Wilbraham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilbraham Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 47.0).
- •Wilbraham Middle does better on math proficiency (53% vs 42%).
- •Wilbraham Middle does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 36%).
- •Paul R Baird Middle does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.0).
- •Wilbraham Middle is the larger school with 613 students compared with 513.
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 Paul R Baird Middle better than Wilbraham Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilbraham Middle ranks higher (71.9 vs 47.0 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 Paul R Baird Middle and Wilbraham Middle?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Ludlow and Wilbraham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paul R Baird Middle: 513. Wilbraham Middle: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paul R Baird Middle and Wilbraham Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Paul R Baird Middle is 216th of 300 and Wilbraham Middle is 113th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).