Serving 128 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dayton Consolidated School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Dayton Consolidated School serves the entire district of Biddeford, ME, encompassing approximately 18.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayton Consolidated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dayton Consolidated School's student population of 128 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Dayton Consolidated School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayton Consolidated 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
#117 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayton Consolidated School's ranking?
Dayton Consolidated School is ranked #117 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Dayton Consolidated School often compared to?
Dayton Consolidated Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% 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 Dayton Consolidated School?
128 students attend Dayton Consolidated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dayton Consolidated School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayton Consolidated School?
Dayton Consolidated School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dayton Consolidated School offer ?
Dayton Consolidated School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayton Consolidated School part of?
Dayton Consolidated School is part of Dayton School District.
School Reviews
Review Dayton Consolidated School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How to Evaluate School Safety Beyond Headlines
Learn how to evaluate school safety beyond headlines by examining reliable data, school climate, emergency planning, bullying prevention, communication, student experiences, and everyday security practices before choosing a school.
Choosing a Public School for Executive Function Needs
Learn how to choose a public school for a child with executive function challenges by evaluating routines, classroom support, organization, accommodations, communication, transitions, and special education services before enrollment.
What School Climate Surveys Tell You Before Enrolling
Learn how school climate surveys reveal student safety, belonging, relationships, engagement, and support, and how families can interpret results carefully before choosing a public school for their child today.
