Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ellsworth Elementary-middle 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 49% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellsworth Elementary-middle School's student population of 740 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Ellsworth Elementary-middle 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 Ellsworth Elementary-middle School is 0.27, 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
#253 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
3%
5%
White
85%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellsworth Elementary-middle School's ranking?
Ellsworth Elementary-middle School is ranked #253 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Ellsworth Elementary-middle School often compared to?
Ellsworth Elementary-middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock Grammar School, Lamoine Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Ellsworth Elementary-middle School?
740 students attend Ellsworth Elementary-middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ellsworth Elementary-middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellsworth Elementary-middle School?
Ellsworth Elementary-middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ellsworth Elementary-middle School offer ?
Ellsworth Elementary-middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellsworth Elementary-middle School part of?
Ellsworth Elementary-middle School is part of Ellsworth School District.
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