Bruce M Whittier Middle School vs Poland Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bruce M Whittier Middle School
Poland · Public middle · Grades 7–8
272 students
Poland Community School
Poland · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
423 students
| Measure | Bruce M Whittier Middle School Poland, Maine | Poland Community School Poland, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 84 | #113 of 312 |
| National rank | #4722 of 15,369 | #16680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 272 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.6% | 37.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 46% |
| city | Poland | Poland |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bruce M Whittier Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.4 vs 62.2).
- •Poland Community School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Bruce M Whittier Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 53%).
- •Poland Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.1% vs 38.6%).
- •Bruce M Whittier Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.1).
- •Poland Community School is the larger school with 423 students compared with 272.
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 Bruce M Whittier Middle School better than Poland Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Bruce M Whittier Middle School ranks higher (63.4 vs 62.2 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 Bruce M Whittier Middle School and Poland Community School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Poland and Poland in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bruce M Whittier Middle School: 272. Poland Community School: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bruce M Whittier Middle School and Poland Community School rank in Maine?
Bruce M Whittier Middle School is 25th of 84 and Poland Community School is 113th of 312 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).