Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Alton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alton Elementary School's student population of 57 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Alton Elementary 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 Alton Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alton Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Alton Elementary School often compared to?
Alton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asa C Adams School, Abraham Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Alton Elementary School?
57 students attend Alton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alton Elementary School students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alton Elementary School?
Alton Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alton Elementary School offer ?
Alton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alton Elementary School part of?
Alton Elementary School is part of RSU 34 School District.
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