Thoreau vs Willard
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Thoreau
Concord · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
401 students
Willard
Concord · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
432 students
| Measure | Thoreau Concord, Massachusetts | Willard Concord, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #8 of 1,009 | #11 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #244 of 50,301 | #292 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 401 | 432 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 432 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 80% |
| city | Concord | Concord |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.4 vs 93.0).
- •Thoreau does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 80%).
- •Thoreau does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 10.5).
- •Willard is the larger school with 432 students compared with 401.
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 Thoreau better than Willard?
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 Thoreau and Willard?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Concord and Concord in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Thoreau: 401. Willard: 432. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Thoreau and Willard rank in Massachusetts?
Thoreau is 8th of 1,009 and Willard is 11th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).