Deering High School vs Gorham High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maine, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deering High School
Portland · Public high · Grades 9–12
850 students
Gorham High School
Gorham · Public high · Grades 9–12
812 students
| Measure | Deering High School Portland, Maine | Gorham High School Gorham, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #72 of 110 | #16 of 110 |
| National rank | #10958 of 16,910 | #2992 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 850 | 812 |
| Enrollment | 850 | 812 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 21.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 42% |
| city | Portland | Gorham |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gorham High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.2 vs 40.0).
- •Gorham High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 28%).
- •Gorham High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Gorham High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.2% vs 65.8%).
- •Deering High School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.1).
- •Deering High School is the larger school with 850 students compared with 812.
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 Deering High School better than Gorham High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gorham High School ranks higher (71.2 vs 40.0 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 Deering High School and Gorham High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Portland and Gorham in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deering High School: 850. Gorham High School: 812. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deering High School and Gorham High School rank in Maine?
Deering High School is 72nd of 110 and Gorham High School is 16th of 110 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).