Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr Lewis S Libby School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30% in ME)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Lewis S Libby School's student population of 273 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Fostering a Community for Learners'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr Lewis S Libby School is 0.14, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
93%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dr Lewis S Libby School often compared to?
Dr Lewis S Libby Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Town Elementary School, Indian Island School, Leonard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Dr Lewis S Libby School?
273 students attend Dr Lewis S Libby School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dr Lewis S Libby School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Lewis S Libby School?
Dr Lewis S Libby School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Lewis S Libby School offer ?
Dr Lewis S Libby School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Lewis S Libby School part of?
Dr Lewis S Libby School is part of Milford School District.
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