Farwell Elementary School vs Montello School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farwell Elementary School
Lewiston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
401 students
Montello School
Lewiston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
675 students
| Measure | Farwell Elementary School Lewiston, Maine | Montello School Lewiston, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #256 of 312 | #311 of 312 |
| National rank | #30408 of 50,301 | #41534 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 401 | 675 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 675 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.6% | 70.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | Lewiston | Lewiston |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Farwell Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.3 vs 25.3).
- •Farwell Elementary School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Farwell Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Farwell Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 70.1%).
- •Farwell Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.8).
- •Montello School is the larger school with 675 students compared with 401.
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 Farwell Elementary School better than Montello School?
On the Success Index (US), Farwell Elementary School ranks higher (42.3 vs 25.3 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 Farwell Elementary School and Montello School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lewiston and Lewiston in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Farwell Elementary School: 401. Montello School: 675. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Farwell Elementary School and Montello School rank in Maine?
Farwell Elementary School is 256th of 312 and Montello School is 311th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).