Fairview School vs Harrison Lyseth Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairview School
Auburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
489 students
Harrison Lyseth Elem School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
489 students
| Measure | Fairview School Auburn, Maine | Harrison Lyseth Elem School Portland, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #166 of 312 | #107 of 312 |
| National rank | #21652 of 50,301 | #16096 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 489 | 489 |
| Enrollment | 489 | 489 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.2% | 37.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 44% |
| city | Auburn | Portland |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 55.0).
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 43%).
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 44.2%).
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.3).
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 Fairview School better than Harrison Lyseth Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Harrison Lyseth Elem School ranks higher (63.0 vs 55.0 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 Fairview School and Harrison Lyseth Elem School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Portland in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairview School: 489. Harrison Lyseth Elem School: 489. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairview School and Harrison Lyseth Elem School rank in Maine?
Fairview School is 166th of 312 and Harrison Lyseth Elem School is 107th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).