Helen Thompson School vs Laura E Richards School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helen Thompson School
West Gardiner · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
245 students
Laura E Richards School
Gardiner · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
219 students
| Measure | Helen Thompson School West Gardiner, Maine | Laura E Richards School Gardiner, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 312 | #101 of 312 |
| National rank | #24328 of 50,301 | #15530 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 245 | 219 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 219 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.1% | 40.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | West Gardiner | Gardiner |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laura E Richards School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.9 vs 51.2).
- •Helen Thompson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.1% vs 40.6%).
- •Helen Thompson School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.6).
- •Helen Thompson School is the larger school with 245 students compared with 219.
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 Helen Thompson School better than Laura E Richards School?
On the Success Index (US), Laura E Richards School ranks higher (63.9 vs 51.2 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 Helen Thompson School and Laura E Richards School?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between West Gardiner and Gardiner in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helen Thompson School: 245. Laura E Richards School: 219. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helen Thompson School and Laura E Richards School rank in Maine?
Helen Thompson School is 196th of 312 and Laura E Richards School is 101st of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).