Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S vs Machias Memorial High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maine, United States, 203 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S
Mars Hill · Public high · Grades 7–12
157 students
Machias Memorial High School
Machias · Public high · Grades 9–12
173 students
| Measure | Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S Mars Hill, Maine | Machias Memorial High School Machias, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #84 of 110 | #88 of 110 |
| National rank | #11637 of 16,910 | #11747 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 157 | 173 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.9% | 63.6% |
| Students per teacher | 8.3 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 24.5% |
| city | Mars Hill | Machias |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.3 vs 36.9).
- •Machias Memorial High School does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 12%).
- •Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 44.5%).
- •Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.9% vs 63.6%).
- •Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 10.8).
- •Machias Memorial High School is the larger school with 173 students compared with 157.
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 Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S better than Machias Memorial High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S and Machias Memorial High School?
About 203 km in a straight line, between Mars Hill and Machias in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S: 157. Machias Memorial High School: 173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S and Machias Memorial High School rank in Maine?
Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S is 84th of 110 and Machias Memorial High School is 88th of 110 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).