Serving 631 students in grades 3-5, Wentworth School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wentworth School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wentworth School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wentworth School ranks within the top 10% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wentworth 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 508 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
4%
White
83%
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
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wentworth School's ranking?
Wentworth School is ranked #40 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Wentworth School?
631 students attend Wentworth School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wentworth School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wentworth School?
Wentworth School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wentworth School offer ?
Wentworth School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Wentworth School part of?
Wentworth School is part of Scarborough Public Schools School District.
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