Serving 77 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brownfield Denmark 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Denmark Elementary School serves the southern part of Denmark, ME, covering an attendance area of approximately 84.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School's student population of 77 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Brownfield Denmark 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 Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#58 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
96%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownfield Denmark Elementary School's ranking?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Brownfield Denmark Elementary School often compared to?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Suncook School, Molly Ockett School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Brownfield Denmark Elementary School?
77 students attend Brownfield Denmark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Brownfield Denmark Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownfield Denmark Elementary School?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownfield Denmark Elementary School offer ?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brownfield Denmark Elementary School part of?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is part of RSU 72/MSAD 72 School District.
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