Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science vs Russell School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 203 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science
Gray · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
177 students
Russell School
Gray · Public elementary · Grades K–2
211 students
| Measure | Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science Gray, Maine | Russell School Gray, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #168 of 312 | #47 of 312 |
| National rank | #21802 of 50,301 | #8351 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 177 | 211 |
| Enrollment | 177 | 211 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.2% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | – |
| city | Gray | Gray |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 54.8).
- •Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.2% vs 37%).
- •Russell School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.8).
- •Russell School is the larger school with 211 students compared with 177.
- •Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science is a charter school while Russell School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science better than Russell School?
On the Success Index (US), Russell School ranks higher (74.4 vs 54.8 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 Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science and Russell School?
About 203 m in a straight line, between Gray and Gray in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science: 177. Russell School: 211. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science and Russell School rank in Maine?
Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science is 168th of 312 and Russell School is 47th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).