Houlton Southside School vs Vivian E Hussey School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 395 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houlton Southside School
Houlton · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
368 students
Vivian E Hussey School
Berwick · Public elementary · Grades K–3
370 students
| Measure | Houlton Southside School Houlton, Maine | Vivian E Hussey School Berwick, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #201 of 312 | #29 of 312 |
| National rank | #24898 of 50,301 | #5518 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 368 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 368 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.4% | 35.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Houlton | Berwick |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vivian E Hussey School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 50.4).
- •Vivian E Hussey School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.9% vs 61.4%).
- •Vivian E Hussey School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 16.0).
- •Vivian E Hussey School is the larger school with 370 students compared with 368.
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 Southside School better than Vivian E Hussey School?
On the Success Index (US), Vivian E Hussey School ranks higher (79.1 vs 50.4 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 Houlton Southside School and Vivian E Hussey School?
About 395 km in a straight line, between Houlton and Berwick in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houlton Southside School: 368. Vivian E Hussey School: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houlton Southside School and Vivian E Hussey School rank in Maine?
Houlton Southside School is 201st of 312 and Vivian E Hussey School is 29th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).