Hichborn Middle School vs Penobscot Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hichborn Middle School
Howland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
98 students
Penobscot Valley High School
Howland · Public high · Grades 9–12
127 students
| Measure | Hichborn Middle School Howland, Maine | Penobscot Valley High School Howland, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #75 of 84 | #65 of 110 |
| National rank | #10026 of 15,369 | #10341 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 98 | 127 |
| Enrollment | 98 | 127 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.4% | 59.8% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 9.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 54.5% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 24.5% |
| city | Howland | Howland |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penobscot Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 39.1).
- •Hichborn Middle School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 24.5%).
- •Penobscot Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (54.5% vs 47%).
- •Penobscot Valley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 69.4%).
- •Hichborn Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 9.1).
- •Penobscot Valley High School is the larger school with 127 students compared with 98.
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 Hichborn Middle School better than Penobscot Valley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Penobscot Valley High School ranks higher (42.5 vs 39.1 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 Hichborn Middle School and Penobscot Valley High School?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Howland and Howland in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hichborn Middle School: 98. Penobscot Valley High School: 127. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hichborn Middle School and Penobscot Valley High School rank in Maine?
Hichborn Middle School is 75th of 84 and Penobscot Valley High School is 65th of 110 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).