Carl J Lamb School vs Margaret Chase Smith
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl J Lamb School
Springvale · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
436 students
Margaret Chase Smith
Sanford · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
396 students
| Measure | Carl J Lamb School Springvale, Maine | Margaret Chase Smith Sanford, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #158 of 312 | #76 of 312 |
| National rank | #20657 of 50,301 | #12367 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 436 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Springvale | Sanford |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Margaret Chase Smith scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 56.4).
- •Margaret Chase Smith does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54% vs 58.9%).
- •Margaret Chase Smith does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.2).
- •Carl J Lamb School is the larger school with 436 students compared with 396.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Carl J Lamb School better than Margaret Chase Smith?
On the Success Index (US), Margaret Chase Smith ranks higher (68.5 vs 56.4 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 Carl J Lamb School and Margaret Chase Smith?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Springvale and Sanford in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl J Lamb School: 436. Margaret Chase Smith: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl J Lamb School and Margaret Chase Smith rank in Maine?
Carl J Lamb School is 158th of 312 and Margaret Chase Smith is 76th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).