Amanda C Rowe School vs Durham Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amanda C Rowe School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
470 students
Durham Community School
Durham · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
469 students
| Measure | Amanda C Rowe School Portland, Maine | Durham Community School Durham, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #208 of 312 | #18 of 312 |
| National rank | #25859 of 50,301 | #3082 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 470 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 470 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.1% | 16.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 60% |
| city | Portland | Durham |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Durham Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 48.9).
- •Durham Community School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 32%).
- •Durham Community School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 42%).
- •Durham Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.4% vs 45.1%).
- •Amanda C Rowe School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.2).
- •Amanda C Rowe School is the larger school with 470 students compared with 469.
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 Amanda C Rowe School better than Durham Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Durham Community School ranks higher (83.6 vs 48.9 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 Amanda C Rowe School and Durham Community School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Portland and Durham in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amanda C Rowe School: 470. Durham Community School: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amanda C Rowe School and Durham Community School rank in Maine?
Amanda C Rowe School is 208th of 312 and Durham Community School is 18th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).