Houlton Junior High School vs Jordan-Small Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 319 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houlton Junior High School
Houlton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
186 students
Jordan-Small Middle School
Raymond · Public middle · Grades 5–8
181 students
| Measure | Houlton Junior High School Houlton, Maine | Jordan-Small Middle School Raymond, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 84 | #27 of 84 |
| National rank | #10111 of 15,369 | #4863 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 186 | 181 |
| Enrollment | 186 | 181 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 31.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| city | Houlton | Raymond |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jordan-Small Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 38.7).
- •Jordan-Small Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Jordan-Small Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 59%).
- •Jordan-Small Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.5% vs 76.9%).
- •Jordan-Small Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 16.9).
- •Houlton Junior High School is the larger school with 186 students compared with 181.
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 Houlton Junior High School better than Jordan-Small Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jordan-Small Middle School ranks higher (62.8 vs 38.7 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 Houlton Junior High School and Jordan-Small Middle School?
About 319 km in a straight line, between Houlton and Raymond in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houlton Junior High School: 186. Jordan-Small Middle School: 181. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houlton Junior High School and Jordan-Small Middle School rank in Maine?
Houlton Junior High School is 76th of 84 and Jordan-Small Middle School is 27th of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).