Appleton Village School vs Harpswell Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 71 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appleton Village School
Appleton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
132 students
Harpswell Community School
Harpswell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
132 students
| Measure | Appleton Village School Appleton, Maine | Harpswell Community School Harpswell, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #80 of 312 | #46 of 312 |
| National rank | #12921 of 50,301 | #8259 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 132 | 132 |
| Enrollment | 132 | 132 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 35.6% |
| Students per teacher | 7.3 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| city | Appleton | Harpswell |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harpswell Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 67.7).
- •Harpswell Community School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Harpswell Community School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Harpswell Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.6% vs 48.5%).
- •Appleton Village School does better on students per teacher (7.3 vs 14.7).
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 Appleton Village School better than Harpswell Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Harpswell Community School ranks higher (74.5 vs 67.7 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 Appleton Village School and Harpswell Community School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Appleton and Harpswell in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appleton Village School: 132. Harpswell Community School: 132. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appleton Village School and Harpswell Community School rank in Maine?
Appleton Village School is 80th of 312 and Harpswell Community School is 46th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).