Benton Elementary School vs George J Mitchell School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Elementary School
Benton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
575 students
George J Mitchell School
Waterville · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
532 students
| Measure | Benton Elementary School Benton, Maine | George J Mitchell School Waterville, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #202 of 312 | #175 of 312 |
| National rank | #25147 of 50,301 | #22422 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 575 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 575 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.3% | 73.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| city | Benton | Waterville |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George J Mitchell School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.9 vs 50.0).
- •George J Mitchell School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •George J Mitchell School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 48%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 73.9%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 12.7).
- •Benton Elementary School is the larger school with 575 students compared with 532.
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 Benton Elementary School better than George J Mitchell School?
On the Success Index (US), George J Mitchell School ranks higher (53.9 vs 50.0 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 Benton Elementary School and George J Mitchell School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Benton and Waterville in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elementary School: 575. George J Mitchell School: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elementary School and George J Mitchell School rank in Maine?
Benton Elementary School is 202nd of 312 and George J Mitchell School is 175th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).