Emerson School serves 128 students in grades 1-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-39% (which was lower than the Maine state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-59% (which was lower than the Maine state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30-39%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)50-59%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% ME state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% ME state average).
How many students attend Emerson School?
128 students attend Emerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Emerson School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson School?
Emerson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emerson School offer ?
Emerson School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Emerson School part of?
Emerson School is part of Sanford Public Schools.
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