Serving 177 students in grades 3-5, Crooked River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crooked River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Crooked River Elementary School's student population of 177 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Crooked River Elementary School inspires students to embrace learning, realize their fullest potential, and foster emotional, social and physical well-being, so they can become effective and succeed at the next level.
School Rankings
Crooked River 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 Crooked River Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 is Crooked River Elementary School's ranking?
Crooked River Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Crooked River Elementary School?
177 students attend Crooked River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Crooked River Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crooked River Elementary School?
Crooked River Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Crooked River Elementary School offer ?
Crooked River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Crooked River Elementary School part of?
Crooked River Elementary School is part of RSU 61/MSAD 61 School District.
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