Massabesic Middle School vs Scarborough Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maine, United States, 29 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
Scarborough Middle School
Scarborough · Public middle · Grades 6–8
663 students
| Measure | Massabesic Middle School East Waterboro, Maine | Scarborough Middle School Scarborough, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #39 of 84 | #8 of 84 |
| National rank | #6091 of 15,369 | #876 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 619 | 663 |
| Enrollment | 619 | 663 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.1% | 16.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 52% |
| city | East Waterboro | Scarborough |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Scarborough Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.1 vs 57.2).
- •Scarborough Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 33%).
- •Scarborough Middle School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 56%).
- •Scarborough Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.1% vs 44.1%).
- •Scarborough Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.7).
- •Scarborough Middle School is the larger school with 663 students compared with 619.
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 Scarborough Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Scarborough Middle School ranks higher (84.1 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 Scarborough Middle School?
About 29 km in a straight line, between East Waterboro and Scarborough in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Massabesic Middle School: 619. Scarborough Middle School: 663. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Massabesic Middle School and Scarborough Middle School rank in Maine?
Massabesic Middle School is 39th of 84 and Scarborough Middle School is 8th of 84 among middle schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).