Serving 289 students in grades 3-5, Eva Hoyt Zippel School ranks in the top 50% 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 57% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eva Hoyt Zippel School's student population of 289 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eva Hoyt Zippel 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 Eva Hoyt Zippel School is 0.32, which is more 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
#208 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
82%
85%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eva Hoyt Zippel School's ranking?
Eva Hoyt Zippel School is ranked #208 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Eva Hoyt Zippel School often compared to?
Eva Hoyt Zippel Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mapleton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Eva Hoyt Zippel School?
289 students attend Eva Hoyt Zippel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Eva Hoyt Zippel School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eva Hoyt Zippel School?
Eva Hoyt Zippel School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eva Hoyt Zippel School offer ?
Eva Hoyt Zippel School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eva Hoyt Zippel School part of?
Eva Hoyt Zippel School is part of RSU 79/MSAD 01 School District.
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