Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Auburn Community School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Auburn Community School serves the northern part of Auburn, ME, covering an area of approximately 21 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Auburn Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Auburn Community School's student population of 152 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Auburn Community 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 East Auburn Community School is 0.26, 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
#61 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 East Auburn Community School's ranking?
East Auburn Community School is ranked #61 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are East Auburn Community School often compared to?
East Auburn Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acadia Academy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend East Auburn Community School?
152 students attend East Auburn Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Auburn Community School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Auburn Community School?
East Auburn Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Auburn Community School offer ?
East Auburn Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Auburn Community School part of?
East Auburn Community School is part of Auburn School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter goes to this school and she loves the school and her teachers so yes i would recommend this school for all the teachers who put all their hard work into yeaching all the students.
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