James Otis Kaler Elementary School vs South Portland Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maine, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Otis Kaler Elementary School
South Portland · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
179 students
South Portland Middle School
South Portland · Public middle · Grades 5–8
807 students
| Measure | James Otis Kaler Elementary School South Portland, Maine | South Portland Middle School South Portland, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #214 of 312 | #12 of 84 |
| National rank | #26361 of 50,301 | #1963 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 179 | 807 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 807 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 43.1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.1 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | South Portland | South Portland |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Portland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.2 vs 48.2).
- •South Portland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.1% vs 59.2%).
- •James Otis Kaler Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.1 vs 9.3).
- •South Portland Middle School is the larger school with 807 students compared with 179.
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 James Otis Kaler Elementary School better than South Portland Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Portland Middle School ranks higher (77.2 vs 48.2 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 James Otis Kaler Elementary School and South Portland Middle School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between South Portland and South Portland in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Otis Kaler Elementary School: 179. South Portland Middle School: 807. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Otis Kaler Elementary School and South Portland Middle School rank in Maine?
James Otis Kaler Elementary School is 214th of 312 and South Portland Middle School is 12th of 84 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).