Dike-newell School serves 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dike-newell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dike-newell School's student population of 264 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dike-newell School is 0.30, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
7%
4%
White
83%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dike-newell School often compared to?
Dike-newell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Bath School, Phippsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dike-newell School?
264 students attend Dike-newell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dike-newell School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dike-newell School?
Dike-newell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dike-newell School offer ?
Dike-newell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Dike-newell School part of?
Dike-newell School is part of RSU 01 - Lkrsu School District.
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