Serving 178 students in grades 2-5, Academy Hill School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Hill School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
Academy Hill School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Hill School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#148 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
95%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Hill School's ranking?
Academy Hill School is ranked #148 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Academy Hill School?
178 students attend Academy Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Academy Hill School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Hill School?
Academy Hill School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Hill School offer ?
Academy Hill School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Hill School part of?
Academy Hill School is part of RSU 09 School District.
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