China Middle School vs T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 75 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
China Middle School
China · Public middle · Grades 5–8
170 students
T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School
Dixfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
180 students
| Measure | China Middle School China, Maine | T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School Dixfield, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #54 of 84 | #82 of 84 |
| National rank | #7698 of 15,369 | #11200 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 170 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 170 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.6% | 61.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | China | Dixfield |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •China Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.7 vs 33.5).
- •China Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •China Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •China Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 61.7%).
- •China Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 15.0).
- •T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School is the larger school with 180 students compared with 170.
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 China Middle School better than T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), China Middle School ranks higher (49.7 vs 33.5 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 China Middle School and T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between China and Dixfield in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
China Middle School: 170. T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do China Middle School and T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School rank in Maine?
China Middle School is 54th of 84 and T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School is 82nd of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).