Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC vs James Otis Kaler Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC
South Portland · Public high · Grades 7–12
16 students
James Otis Kaler Elementary School
South Portland · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
179 students
| Measure | Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC South Portland, Maine | James Otis Kaler Elementary School South Portland, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #214 of 312 |
| National rank | – | #26361 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 16 | 179 |
| Enrollment | 16 | 179 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 1.5 | 8.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | South Portland | South Portland |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Otis Kaler Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.2 vs 40.6).
- •James Otis Kaler Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 68.8%).
- •Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC does better on students per teacher (1.5 vs 8.1).
- •James Otis Kaler Elementary School is the larger school with 179 students compared with 16.
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 Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC better than James Otis Kaler Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), James Otis Kaler Elementary School ranks higher (48.2 vs 40.6 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 Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC and James Otis Kaler Elementary School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between South Portland and South Portland in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC: 16. James Otis Kaler Elementary School: 179. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC and James Otis Kaler Elementary School rank in Maine?
Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC is unranked and James Otis Kaler Elementary School is 214th of 312 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).