Serving 45 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Adams School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Castine, ME, covering approximately 20 square miles, with typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school and an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Adams School's student population of 45 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams School is 0.08, 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
#180 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
96%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams School's ranking?
Adams School is ranked #180 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Adams School often compared to?
Adams Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Hill Consolidated School, Surry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Adams School?
45 students attend Adams School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Adams School students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams School?
Adams School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Adams School offer ?
Adams School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams School part of?
Adams School is part of Castine School District.
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