Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brooklin School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (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 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brooklin School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 41.2 square miles in Brooklin, ME. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brooklin School's student population of 57 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Brooklin 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 Brooklin School is 0.17, 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
#219 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
5%
5%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
91%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Brooklin School's ranking?
Brooklin School is ranked #219 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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 Brooklin School?
57 students attend Brooklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Brooklin School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklin School?
Brooklin School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklin School offer ?
Brooklin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklin School part of?
Brooklin School is part of Brooklin School District.
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