Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alfred Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred Elementary School serves the south part of its school district in Alfred, ME, covering an area of approximately 27.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alfred Elementary School's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Alfred Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#83 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
White
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Alfred Elementary School's ranking?
Alfred Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Alfred Elementary School?
179 students attend Alfred Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Alfred Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred Elementary School?
Alfred Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alfred Elementary School offer ?
Alfred Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred Elementary School part of?
Alfred Elementary School is part of RSU 57/MSAD 57 School District.
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