Lawrence Jr High School vs Philip W Sugg Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 75 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawrence Jr High School
Fairfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
276 students
Philip W Sugg Middle School
Lisbon Falls · Public middle · Grades 6–8
278 students
| Measure | Lawrence Jr High School Fairfield, Maine | Philip W Sugg Middle School Lisbon Falls, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #44 of 84 | #47 of 84 |
| National rank | #6505 of 15,369 | #6830 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 276 | 278 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.5% | 46% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 33% |
| city | Fairfield | Lisbon Falls |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawrence Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 53.8).
- •Lawrence Jr High School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 33%).
- •Philip W Sugg Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46% vs 52.5%).
- •Lawrence Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.2).
- •Philip W Sugg Middle School is the larger school with 278 students compared with 276.
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 Lawrence Jr High School better than Philip W Sugg Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lawrence Jr High School ranks higher (55.3 vs 53.8 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 Lawrence Jr High School and Philip W Sugg Middle School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Fairfield and Lisbon Falls in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawrence Jr High School: 276. Philip W Sugg Middle School: 278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawrence Jr High School and Philip W Sugg Middle School rank in Maine?
Lawrence Jr High School is 44th of 84 and Philip W Sugg Middle School is 47th of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).