Dedham School vs Holden School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dedham School
Dedham · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
167 students
Holden School
Holden · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
149 students
| Measure | Dedham School Dedham, Maine | Holden School Holden, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #45 of 312 | #48 of 312 |
| National rank | #8254 of 50,301 | #8714 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 167 | 149 |
| Enrollment | 167 | 149 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24% | 40.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 62% |
| city | Dedham | Holden |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (74.5 vs 73.8).
- •Holden School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Dedham School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Dedham School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24% vs 40.9%).
- •Dedham School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.5).
- •Dedham School is the larger school with 167 students compared with 149.
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 Dedham School better than Holden 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 Dedham School and Holden School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Dedham and Holden in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dedham School: 167. Holden School: 149. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dedham School and Holden School rank in Maine?
Dedham School is 45th of 312 and Holden School is 48th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).