Calais Middle/High School vs Dexter Regional High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maine, United States, 162 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calais Middle/High School
Calais · Public high · Grades 7–12
289 students
Dexter Regional High School
Dexter · Public high · Grades 9–12
277 students
| Measure | Calais Middle/High School Calais, Maine | Dexter Regional High School Dexter, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 110 | #107 of 110 |
| National rank | #12014 of 16,910 | #14565 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 289 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | Calais | Dexter |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calais Middle/High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.8 vs 24.0).
- •Calais Middle/High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Calais Middle/High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Calais Middle/High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 71.8%).
- •Calais Middle/High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.9).
- •Calais Middle/High School is the larger school with 289 students compared with 277.
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 Calais Middle/High School better than Dexter Regional High School?
On the Success Index (US), Calais Middle/High School ranks higher (35.8 vs 24.0 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 Calais Middle/High School and Dexter Regional High School?
About 162 km in a straight line, between Calais and Dexter in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calais Middle/High School: 289. Dexter Regional High School: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calais Middle/High School and Dexter Regional High School rank in Maine?
Calais Middle/High School is 96th of 110 and Dexter Regional High School is 107th of 110 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).