Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, China Primary 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: China Primary School serves the southeastern part of China Village, ME, covering an area of approximately 56.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest boundary being about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
China Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
China Primary School's student population of 242 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every School, Every Day
School Rankings
China Primary 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 China Primary School is 0.12, 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
#83 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 China Primary School's ranking?
China Primary School is ranked #83 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are China Primary School often compared to?
China Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vassalboro Community School, China Middle School, Belgrade Central 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 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend China Primary School?
242 students attend China Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of China Primary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of China Primary School?
China Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does China Primary School offer ?
China Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is China Primary School part of?
China Primary School is part of RSU 18 School District.
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