Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, East Grand School ranks in the top 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 85-89% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Grand School serves the entire district of Danforth, ME, covering an area of approximately 101 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Grand School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Grand School's student population of 146 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
East Grand School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Grand School is 0.15, 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
#190 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Grand School's ranking?
East Grand School is ranked #190 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Grand School?
The graduation rate of East Grand School is 50%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Grand School?
146 students attend East Grand School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Grand School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Grand School?
East Grand School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Grand School offer ?
East Grand School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Grand School part of?
East Grand School is part of RSU 84/MSAD 14 School District.
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