Gorham Middle School vs Oxford-Cumberland Canal School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gorham Middle School
Gorham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
718 students
Oxford-Cumberland Canal School
Westbrook · Public elementary · Grades K–4
188 students
| Measure | Gorham Middle School Gorham, Maine | Oxford-Cumberland Canal School Westbrook, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #17 of 84 | #219 of 312 |
| National rank | #3160 of 15,369 | #26980 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 718 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 718 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.8% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 37% |
| city | Gorham | Westbrook |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gorham Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.8 vs 47.3).
- •Gorham Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Gorham Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •Gorham Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.8% vs 72.3%).
- •Oxford-Cumberland Canal School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 13.8).
- •Gorham Middle School is the larger school with 718 students compared with 188.
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 Gorham Middle School better than Oxford-Cumberland Canal School?
On the Success Index (US), Gorham Middle School ranks higher (70.8 vs 47.3 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 Gorham Middle School and Oxford-Cumberland Canal School?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Gorham and Westbrook in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gorham Middle School: 718. Oxford-Cumberland Canal School: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gorham Middle School and Oxford-Cumberland Canal School rank in Maine?
Gorham Middle School is 17th of 84 and Oxford-Cumberland Canal School is 219th of 312 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).