Serving 110 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cherryfield Elementary 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 30-39% (which is lower 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 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherryfield Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cherryfield, ME, covering approximately 45 square miles. This area typically requires a 10-12 minute drive to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherryfield Elementary School's student population of 110 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Cherryfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherryfield Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#351 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherryfield Elementary School's ranking?
Cherryfield Elementary School is ranked #351 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Cherryfield Elementary School often compared to?
Cherryfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrington Elementary School, Milbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Cherryfield Elementary School?
110 students attend Cherryfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cherryfield Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherryfield Elementary School?
Cherryfield Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cherryfield Elementary School offer ?
Cherryfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherryfield Elementary School part of?
Cherryfield Elementary School is part of Cherryfield School District.
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