Deering High School vs Massabesic High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maine, United States, 38 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
Massabesic High School
Waterboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
867 students
| Measure | Deering High School Portland, Maine | Massabesic High School Waterboro, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #72 of 110 | #63 of 110 |
| National rank | #10958 of 16,910 | #10129 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 850 | 867 |
| Enrollment | 850 | 867 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 40.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| city | Portland | Waterboro |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Massabesic High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.3 vs 40.0).
- •Deering High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Massabesic High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.6% vs 65.8%).
- •Deering High School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.5).
- •Massabesic High School is the larger school with 867 students compared with 850.
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 Massabesic High School?
On the Success Index (US), Massabesic High School ranks higher (43.3 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 Massabesic High School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Portland and Waterboro in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deering High School: 850. Massabesic High School: 867. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deering High School and Massabesic High School rank in Maine?
Deering High School is 72nd of 110 and Massabesic High School is 63rd of 110 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).