Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences vs Dora L Small Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences
Portland · Charter high · Grades 9–12
384 students
Dora L Small Elementary School
South Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–4
193 students
| Measure | Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences Portland, Maine | Dora L Small Elementary School South Portland, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #13 of 110 | #38 of 312 |
| National rank | #2450 of 16,910 | #7440 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 384 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 384 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.1% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| city | Portland | South Portland |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dora L Small Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 73.5).
- •Dora L Small Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 72%).
- •Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 28%).
- •Dora L Small Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 14.2).
- •Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences is the larger school with 384 students compared with 193.
- •Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences is a charter school while Dora L Small Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences better than Dora L Small Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Dora L Small Elementary School ranks higher (75.8 vs 73.5 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 Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences and Dora L Small Elementary School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Portland and South Portland in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences: 384. Dora L Small Elementary School: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences and Dora L Small Elementary School rank in Maine?
Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences is 13th of 110 and Dora L Small Elementary School is 38th of 312 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).