Ridge View Community School vs Sebasticook Valley Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maine, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ridge View Community School
Dexter · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
528 students
Sebasticook Valley Elementary School
Newport · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
333 students
| Measure | Ridge View Community School Dexter, Maine | Sebasticook Valley Elementary School Newport, Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #277 of 312 | #85 of 312 |
| National rank | #32434 of 50,301 | #13671 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 528 | 333 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 333 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 54.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Dexter | Newport |
| state | Maine | Maine |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sebasticook Valley Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.7 vs 39.3).
- •Sebasticook Valley Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.7% vs 76.5%).
- •Ridge View Community School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 11.5).
- •Ridge View Community School is the larger school with 528 students compared with 333.
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 Ridge View Community School better than Sebasticook Valley Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Sebasticook Valley Elementary School ranks higher (66.7 vs 39.3 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 Ridge View Community School and Sebasticook Valley Elementary School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Newport in Maine.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ridge View Community School: 528. Sebasticook Valley Elementary School: 333. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ridge View Community School and Sebasticook Valley Elementary School rank in Maine?
Ridge View Community School is 277th of 312 and Sebasticook Valley Elementary School is 85th of 312 among elementary schools in Maine on the 2025 Success Index (US).