Dike-Newell School vs West Bath School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dike-Newell School
Bath · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
225 students
West Bath School
West Bath · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
101 students
| Measure | Dike-Newell School Bath, Maine | West Bath School West Bath, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #98 of 312 | #94 of 312 |
| National rank | #15369 of 50,301 | #15080 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 225 | 101 |
| Enrollment | 225 | 101 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.9% | 29.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 8.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Bath | West Bath |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.1 vs 64.6).
- •West Bath School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.7% vs 52.9%).
- •West Bath School does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 11.8).
- •Dike-Newell School is the larger school with 225 students compared with 101.
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 Dike-Newell School better than West Bath 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 Dike-Newell School and West Bath School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Bath and West Bath in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dike-Newell School: 225. West Bath School: 101. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dike-Newell School and West Bath School rank in Maine?
Dike-Newell School is 98th of 312 and West Bath School is 94th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).