Harrison Lyseth Elem School vs Ocean Avenue
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harrison Lyseth Elem School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
489 students
Ocean Avenue
Portland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
337 students
| Measure | Harrison Lyseth Elem School Portland, Maine | Ocean Avenue Portland, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #107 of 312 | #108 of 312 |
| National rank | #16096 of 50,301 | #16199 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 489 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 489 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.6% | 41.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 42% |
| city | Portland | Portland |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.0 vs 62.9).
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 41.2%).
- •Ocean Avenue does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.2).
- •Harrison Lyseth Elem School is the larger school with 489 students compared with 337.
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 Harrison Lyseth Elem School better than Ocean Avenue?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Harrison Lyseth Elem School and Ocean Avenue?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Portland and Portland in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harrison Lyseth Elem School: 489. Ocean Avenue: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harrison Lyseth Elem School and Ocean Avenue rank in Maine?
Harrison Lyseth Elem School is 107th of 312 and Ocean Avenue is 108th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).