Biddeford Intermediate School vs Governor John Fairfield School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Biddeford Intermediate School
Biddeford · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
357 students
Governor John Fairfield School
Saco · Public elementary · Grades K–2
268 students
| Measure | Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford, Maine | Governor John Fairfield School Saco, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #216 of 312 | #33 of 312 |
| National rank | #26469 of 50,301 | #6420 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–4 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 357 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.4% | 39.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | – |
| city | Biddeford | Saco |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Governor John Fairfield School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.5 vs 48.0).
- •Governor John Fairfield School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.6% vs 66.4%).
- •Governor John Fairfield School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 10.8).
- •Biddeford Intermediate School is the larger school with 357 students compared with 268.
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 Biddeford Intermediate School better than Governor John Fairfield School?
On the Success Index (US), Governor John Fairfield School ranks higher (77.5 vs 48.0 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 Biddeford Intermediate School and Governor John Fairfield School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Biddeford and Saco in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Biddeford Intermediate School: 357. Governor John Fairfield School: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Biddeford Intermediate School and Governor John Fairfield School rank in Maine?
Biddeford Intermediate School is 216th of 312 and Governor John Fairfield School is 33rd of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).