Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Eliot Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than 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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Eliot Elementary School serves the southern part of Eliot, ME, covering an area of approximately 21.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eliot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Eliot Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Eliot Elementary 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 Eliot Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#60 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
90%
85%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eliot Elementary School's ranking?
Eliot Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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).
How many students attend Eliot Elementary School?
282 students attend Eliot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Eliot Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eliot Elementary School?
Eliot Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eliot Elementary School offer ?
Eliot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eliot Elementary School part of?
Eliot Elementary School is part of RSU 35/MSAD 35 School District.
In what neighborhood is Eliot Elementary School located?
Eliot Elementary School is located in the South Eliot neighborhood of Eliot, ME.
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