Helen Thompson School vs Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 9.7 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
Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School
Pittston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
200 students
| Measure | Helen Thompson School West Gardiner, Maine | Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School Pittston, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 312 | #195 of 312 |
| National rank | #24328 of 50,301 | #24072 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 245 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.1% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | West Gardiner | Pittston |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.2 vs 51.6).
- •Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Helen Thompson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.1% vs 44.5%).
- •Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.9).
- •Helen Thompson School is the larger school with 245 students compared with 200.
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 Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School?
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 Helen Thompson School and Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School?
About 9.7 km in a straight line, between West Gardiner and Pittston in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helen Thompson School: 245. Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helen Thompson School and Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School rank in Maine?
Helen Thompson School is 196th of 312 and Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School is 195th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).