Biddeford Middle School vs Saco Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Biddeford Middle School
Biddeford · Public middle · Grades 5–7
542 students
Saco Middle School
Saco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
586 students
| Measure | Biddeford Middle School Biddeford, Maine | Saco Middle School Saco, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #71 of 84 | #23 of 84 |
| National rank | #9003 of 15,369 | #4167 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 542 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 39% |
| city | Biddeford | Saco |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Saco Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 43.7).
- •Saco Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 21%).
- •Saco Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 49%).
- •Saco Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 61.1%).
- •Biddeford Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 10.7).
- •Saco Middle School is the larger school with 586 students compared with 542.
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 Middle School better than Saco Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Saco Middle School ranks higher (66.1 vs 43.7 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 Biddeford Middle School and Saco Middle School?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Biddeford and Saco in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Biddeford Middle School: 542. Saco Middle School: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Biddeford Middle School and Saco Middle School rank in Maine?
Biddeford Middle School is 71st of 84 and Saco Middle School is 23rd of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).