Serving 369 students in grades 1-2, Biddeford Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biddeford Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Biddeford Primary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Commitment to Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Biddeford Primary School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
85%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
10%
3%
Black
10%
5%
White
71%
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
56%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Biddeford Primary School often compared to?
Biddeford Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biddeford Middle School, Line Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Biddeford Primary School?
369 students attend Biddeford Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Biddeford Primary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biddeford Primary School?
Biddeford Primary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Biddeford Primary School offer ?
Biddeford Primary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biddeford Primary School part of?
Biddeford Primary School is part of Biddeford School District.
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