Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Acadia School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acadia School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Acadia School's student population of 256 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acadia School ranks within the top 20% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acadia School is 0.13, 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
#84 out of 508 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
4%
4%
White
93%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acadia School's ranking?
Acadia School is ranked #84 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Acadia School often compared to?
Acadia Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Auburn Community School, Fairview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Acadia School?
256 students attend Acadia School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Acadia School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acadia School?
Acadia School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Acadia School offer ?
Acadia School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Acadia School part of?
Acadia School is part of Acadia Academy School District.
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