Bowdoin Central School vs Crooked River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowdoin Central School
Bowdoin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
194 students
Crooked River Elementary
Casco · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
195 students
| Measure | Bowdoin Central School Bowdoin, Maine | Crooked River Elementary Casco, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #161 of 312 | #115 of 312 |
| National rank | #21070 of 50,301 | #16778 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 194 | 195 |
| Enrollment | 194 | 195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 56.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Bowdoin | Casco |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Crooked River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 55.8).
- •Bowdoin Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.1% vs 56.4%).
- •Crooked River Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.4).
- •Crooked River Elementary is the larger school with 195 students compared with 194.
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 Bowdoin Central School better than Crooked River Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Crooked River Elementary ranks higher (62.0 vs 55.8 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 Bowdoin Central School and Crooked River Elementary?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Bowdoin and Casco in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowdoin Central School: 194. Crooked River Elementary: 195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowdoin Central School and Crooked River Elementary rank in Maine?
Bowdoin Central School is 161st of 312 and Crooked River Elementary is 115th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).