Center Drive School vs George B Weatherbee School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Center Drive School
Orrington · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
346 students
George B Weatherbee School
Hampden · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
381 students
| Measure | Center Drive School Orrington, Maine | George B Weatherbee School Hampden, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #91 of 312 | #52 of 312 |
| National rank | #14835 of 50,301 | #9576 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 346 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 346 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.9% | 23.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 52% |
| city | Orrington | Hampden |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George B Weatherbee School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 64.9).
- •George B Weatherbee School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 40%).
- •George B Weatherbee School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 68%).
- •George B Weatherbee School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.9% vs 30.9%).
- •Center Drive School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.1).
- •George B Weatherbee School is the larger school with 381 students compared with 346.
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 Center Drive School better than George B Weatherbee School?
On the Success Index (US), George B Weatherbee School ranks higher (72.5 vs 64.9 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 Center Drive School and George B Weatherbee School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Orrington and Hampden in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Center Drive School: 346. George B Weatherbee School: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Center Drive School and George B Weatherbee School rank in Maine?
Center Drive School is 91st of 312 and George B Weatherbee School is 52nd of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).