Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Downeast 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Downeast School serves the west part of Bangor, ME, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Downeast School's student population of 288 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Downeast 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 Downeast School is 0.35, which is more 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
#386 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
4%
Black
7%
5%
White
80%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downeast School's ranking?
Downeast School is ranked #386 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Downeast School often compared to?
Downeast Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge View Community School, Fourteenth Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Downeast School?
288 students attend Downeast School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Downeast School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downeast School?
Downeast School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Downeast School offer ?
Downeast School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Downeast School part of?
Downeast School is part of Bangor School District.
In what neighborhood is Downeast School located?
Downeast School is located in the Capehart neighborhood of Bangor, ME.
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