Holden School vs Manchester Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 107 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holden School
Holden · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
149 students
Manchester Elementary School
Manchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
150 students
| Measure | Holden School Holden, Maine | Manchester Elementary School Manchester, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 312 | #119 of 312 |
| National rank | #8714 of 50,301 | #17211 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 149 | 150 |
| Enrollment | 149 | 150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.9% | 25.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 32% |
| city | Holden | Manchester |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holden School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 61.4).
- •Holden School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Holden School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Manchester Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.3% vs 40.9%).
- •Manchester Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.5).
- •Manchester Elementary School is the larger school with 150 students compared with 149.
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 Holden School better than Manchester Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Holden School ranks higher (73.8 vs 61.4 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 Holden School and Manchester Elementary School?
About 107 km in a straight line, between Holden and Manchester in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holden School: 149. Manchester Elementary School: 150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holden School and Manchester Elementary School rank in Maine?
Holden School is 48th of 312 and Manchester Elementary School is 119th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).