Academy Hill School vs Gerald D Cushing School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 250 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy Hill School
Wilton · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
178 students
Gerald D Cushing School
Wilton · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
101 students
| Measure | Academy Hill School Wilton, Maine | Gerald D Cushing School Wilton, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #273 of 312 | #121 of 312 |
| National rank | #32306 of 50,301 | #17503 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 178 | 101 |
| Enrollment | 178 | 101 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.6% | 52.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Wilton | Wilton |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gerald D Cushing School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.0 vs 39.4).
- •Gerald D Cushing School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.5% vs 64.6%).
- •Gerald D Cushing School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 11.1).
- •Academy Hill School is the larger school with 178 students compared with 101.
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 Academy Hill School better than Gerald D Cushing School?
On the Success Index (US), Gerald D Cushing School ranks higher (61.0 vs 39.4 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 Academy Hill School and Gerald D Cushing School?
About 250 m in a straight line, between Wilton and Wilton in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy Hill School: 178. Gerald D Cushing School: 101. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy Hill School and Gerald D Cushing School rank in Maine?
Academy Hill School is 273rd of 312 and Gerald D Cushing School is 121st of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).