Hartford-Sumner Elementary School vs James H Bean School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 52 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hartford-Sumner Elementary School
Sumner · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
297 students
James H Bean School
Sidney · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
300 students
| Measure | Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner, Maine | James H Bean School Sidney, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 312 | #133 of 312 |
| National rank | #26352 of 50,301 | #18334 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 297 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 32.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Sumner | Sidney |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James H Bean School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 48.2).
- •James H Bean School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •James H Bean School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •James H Bean School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.3% vs 61.6%).
- •Hartford-Sumner Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.3).
- •James H Bean School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 297.
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 Hartford-Sumner Elementary School better than James H Bean School?
On the Success Index (US), James H Bean School ranks higher (59.8 vs 48.2 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 Hartford-Sumner Elementary School and James H Bean School?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Sumner and Sidney in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hartford-Sumner Elementary School: 297. James H Bean School: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hartford-Sumner Elementary School and James H Bean School rank in Maine?
Hartford-Sumner Elementary School is 213th of 312 and James H Bean School is 133rd of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).