Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harrington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harrington Elementary School's student population of 123 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrington Elementary School is 0.24, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
87%
87%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrington Elementary School's ranking?
Harrington Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Harrington Elementary School often compared to?
Harrington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milbridge Elementary School, Cherryfield Elementary School, Daniel W Merritt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Harrington Elementary School?
123 students attend Harrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harrington Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrington Elementary School?
Harrington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrington Elementary School offer ?
Harrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Harrington Elementary School part of?
Harrington Elementary School is part of RSU 37/MSAD 37 School District.
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