Dirigo High School vs Meroby Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 6.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dirigo High School
Dixfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
216 students
Meroby Elementary School
Mexico · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
256 students
| Measure | Dirigo High School Dixfield, Maine | Meroby Elementary School Mexico, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 110 | #307 of 312 |
| National rank | #13882 of 16,910 | #39212 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 216 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 79.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 17% |
| city | Dixfield | Mexico |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meroby Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 27.4).
- •Meroby Elementary School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 5%).
- •Meroby Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 34.5%).
- •Dirigo High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.5% vs 79.3%).
- •Meroby Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.7).
- •Meroby Elementary School is the larger school with 256 students compared with 216.
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 Dirigo High School better than Meroby Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Meroby Elementary School ranks higher (29.0 vs 27.4 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 Dirigo High School and Meroby Elementary School?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Dixfield and Mexico in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dirigo High School: 216. Meroby Elementary School: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dirigo High School and Meroby Elementary School rank in Maine?
Dirigo High School is 106th of 110 and Meroby Elementary School is 307th of 312 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).