Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterboro Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterboro Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Waterboro Elementary School's ranking?
Waterboro Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Waterboro Elementary School often compared to?
Waterboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shapleigh Memorial School, Line Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Waterboro Elementary School?
481 students attend Waterboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Waterboro Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterboro Elementary School?
Waterboro Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterboro Elementary School offer ?
Waterboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Waterboro Elementary School part of?
Waterboro Elementary School is part of RSU 57/MSAD 57 School District.
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