Serving 357 students in grades 3-4, Biddeford Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Biddeford Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Biddeford, ME, covering approximately 59.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biddeford Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Biddeford Intermediate School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Biddeford Intermediate 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 Biddeford Intermediate School is 0.55, which is more 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
#183 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biddeford Intermediate School's ranking?
Biddeford Intermediate School is ranked #183 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Biddeford Intermediate School often compared to?
Biddeford Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lebanon Elementary School, Hollis School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Biddeford Intermediate School?
357 students attend Biddeford Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Biddeford Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biddeford Intermediate School?
Biddeford Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Biddeford Intermediate School offer ?
Biddeford Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biddeford Intermediate School part of?
Biddeford Intermediate School is part of Biddeford School District.
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