Bud Carlson Academy vs William Allen School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Hampshire, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bud Carlson Academy
Rochester · Public high · Grades 9–12
96 students
William Allen School
Rochester · Public elementary · Grades K–5
280 students
| Measure | Bud Carlson Academy Rochester, New Hampshire | William Allen School Rochester, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #85 of 89 | #129 of 254 |
| National rank | #12577 of 16,910 | #9970 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 96 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 96 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.6% | 52.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 67% |
| city | Rochester | Rochester |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Allen School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 33.3).
- •William Allen School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 24.5%).
- •William Allen School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 24.5%).
- •Bud Carlson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.6% vs 52.5%).
- •William Allen School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 19.2).
- •William Allen School is the larger school with 280 students compared with 96.
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 Bud Carlson Academy better than William Allen School?
On the Success Index (US), William Allen School ranks higher (72.0 vs 33.3 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 Bud Carlson Academy and William Allen School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Rochester and Rochester in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bud Carlson Academy: 96. William Allen School: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bud Carlson Academy and William Allen School rank in New Hampshire?
Bud Carlson Academy is 85th of 89 and William Allen School is 129th of 254 among high schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).