Governor John Fairfield School vs Young School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Governor John Fairfield School
Saco · Public elementary · Grades K–2
268 students
Young School
Saco · Public elementary · Grades K–2
323 students
| Measure | Governor John Fairfield School Saco, Maine | Young School Saco, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #33 of 312 | #17 of 312 |
| National rank | #6420 of 50,301 | #3070 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 268 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.6% | 28.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Saco | Saco |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Young School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 77.5).
- •Young School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.5% vs 39.6%).
- •Governor John Fairfield School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.5).
- •Young School is the larger school with 323 students compared with 268.
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 Governor John Fairfield School better than Young School?
On the Success Index (US), Young School ranks higher (83.7 vs 77.5 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 Governor John Fairfield School and Young School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Saco and Saco in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Governor John Fairfield School: 268. Young School: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Governor John Fairfield School and Young School rank in Maine?
Governor John Fairfield School is 33rd of 312 and Young School is 17th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).