Serving 200 students in grades 3-5, Fisher-mitchell 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fisher-Mitchell School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Bath, ME, covering an area of approximately 136.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fisher-mitchell School's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fisher-mitchell 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 Fisher-mitchell 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
#367 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
3%
5%
White
82%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fisher-mitchell School's ranking?
Fisher-mitchell School is ranked #367 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Fisher-mitchell School?
200 students attend Fisher-mitchell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Fisher-mitchell School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fisher-mitchell School?
Fisher-mitchell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fisher-mitchell School offer ?
Fisher-mitchell School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fisher-mitchell School part of?
Fisher-mitchell School is part of RSU 01 - Lkrsu School District.
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