Dirigo High School vs Rumford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 8.1 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
Rumford Elementary
Rumford · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
213 students
| Measure | Dirigo High School Dixfield, Maine | Rumford Elementary Rumford, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 110 | #301 of 312 |
| National rank | #13882 of 16,910 | #37174 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 216 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 17% |
| city | Dixfield | Rumford |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rumford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.1 vs 27.4).
- •Rumford Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 5%).
- •Rumford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 34.5%).
- •Dirigo High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.5% vs 79.8%).
- •Rumford Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.7).
- •Dirigo High School is the larger school with 216 students compared with 213.
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 Rumford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rumford Elementary ranks higher (32.1 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 Rumford Elementary?
About 8.1 km in a straight line, between Dixfield and Rumford in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dirigo High School: 216. Rumford Elementary: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dirigo High School and Rumford Elementary rank in Maine?
Dirigo High School is 106th of 110 and Rumford Elementary is 301st of 312 among high schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).