Lyman Moore Middle School vs Middle School of the Kennebunks
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lyman Moore Middle School
Portland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
470 students
Middle School of the Kennebunks
Kennebunk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
470 students
| Measure | Lyman Moore Middle School Portland, Maine | Middle School of the Kennebunks Kennebunk, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #35 of 84 | #6 of 84 |
| National rank | #5685 of 15,369 | #861 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 470 | 470 |
| Enrollment | 470 | 470 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 17.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 51% |
| city | Portland | Kennebunk |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle School of the Kennebunks scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 59.1).
- •Middle School of the Kennebunks does better on math proficiency (51% vs 35%).
- •Middle School of the Kennebunks does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •Middle School of the Kennebunks does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.2% vs 47.2%).
- •Middle School of the Kennebunks does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 10.4).
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 Lyman Moore Middle School better than Middle School of the Kennebunks?
On the Success Index (US), Middle School of the Kennebunks ranks higher (84.2 vs 59.1 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 Lyman Moore Middle School and Middle School of the Kennebunks?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Portland and Kennebunk in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lyman Moore Middle School: 470. Middle School of the Kennebunks: 470. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lyman Moore Middle School and Middle School of the Kennebunks rank in Maine?
Lyman Moore Middle School is 35th of 84 and Middle School of the Kennebunks is 6th of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).