Massabesic Middle School vs Saco Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Massabesic Middle School
East Waterboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
619 students
Saco Middle School
Saco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
586 students
| Measure | Massabesic Middle School East Waterboro, Maine | Saco Middle School Saco, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 84 | #23 of 84 |
| National rank | #6091 of 15,369 | #4167 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 619 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 619 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.1% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 39% |
| city | East Waterboro | Saco |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Saco Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 57.2).
- •Saco Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 33%).
- •Saco Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 56%).
- •Saco Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 44.1%).
- •Saco Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.7).
- •Massabesic Middle School is the larger school with 619 students compared with 586.
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 Massabesic Middle School better than Saco Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Saco Middle School ranks higher (66.1 vs 57.2 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 Massabesic Middle School and Saco Middle School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between East Waterboro and Saco in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Massabesic Middle School: 619. Saco Middle School: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Massabesic Middle School and Saco Middle School rank in Maine?
Massabesic Middle School is 39th of 84 and Saco Middle School is 23rd of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).