Margaret Chase Smith vs Saccarappa School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Margaret Chase Smith
Sanford ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโ4
396 students
Saccarappa School
Westbrook ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ4
396 students
| Measure | Margaret Chase Smith Sanford, Maine | Saccarappa School Westbrook, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 312 | #292 of 312 |
| National rank | #12367 of 50,301 | #34332 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PKโ4 | Grades Kโ4 |
| Students | 396 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 396 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54% | 73.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | โ | 42% |
| Math proficiency | โ | 17% |
| city | Sanford | Westbrook |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขMargaret Chase Smith scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 36.5).
- โขMargaret Chase Smith does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54% vs 73.2%).
- โขSaccarappa School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 11.0).
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 Margaret Chase Smith better than Saccarappa School?
On the Success Index (US), Margaret Chase Smith ranks higher (68.5 vs 36.5 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 Margaret Chase Smith and Saccarappa School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Westbrook in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Margaret Chase Smith: 396. Saccarappa School: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Margaret Chase Smith and Saccarappa School rank in Maine?
Margaret Chase Smith is 76th of 312 and Saccarappa School is 292nd of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).