Central School vs Marshwood Great Works School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
South Berwick · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
402 students
Marshwood Great Works School
South Berwick · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
287 students
| Measure | Central School South Berwick, Maine | Marshwood Great Works School South Berwick, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #140 of 312 | #37 of 312 |
| National rank | #19106 of 50,301 | #7407 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 402 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 402 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.7% | 16.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 55% |
| city | South Berwick | South Berwick |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshwood Great Works School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 58.6).
- •Marshwood Great Works School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 42%).
- •Marshwood Great Works School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 47%).
- •Marshwood Great Works School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.7% vs 19.7%).
- •Marshwood Great Works School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.4).
- •Central School is the larger school with 402 students compared with 287.
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 School better than Marshwood Great Works School?
On the Success Index (US), Marshwood Great Works School ranks higher (75.9 vs 58.6 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 Central School and Marshwood Great Works School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between South Berwick and South Berwick in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 402. Marshwood Great Works School: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Marshwood Great Works School rank in Maine?
Central School is 140th of 312 and Marshwood Great Works School is 37th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).