Houlton Junior High School vs T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 270 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
T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School
Dixfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
180 students
| Measure | Houlton Junior High School Houlton, Maine | T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School Dixfield, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 84 | #82 of 84 |
| National rank | #10111 of 15,369 | #11200 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 186 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 186 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 61.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 12% |
| city | Houlton | Dixfield |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houlton Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.7 vs 33.5).
- •Houlton Junior High School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 12%).
- •Houlton Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.7% vs 76.9%).
- •T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.9).
- •Houlton Junior High School is the larger school with 186 students compared with 180.
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 T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Houlton Junior High School ranks higher (38.7 vs 33.5 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 T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School?
About 270 km in a straight line, between Houlton and Dixfield in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houlton Junior High School: 186. T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houlton Junior High School and T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School rank in Maine?
Houlton Junior High School is 76th of 84 and T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School is 82nd of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).