Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garret Schenck School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Garret Schenck School serves the southern part of Anson, ME, encompassing an area of approximately 22 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garret Schenck School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garret Schenck School's student population of 82 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Garret Schenck 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 Garret Schenck School is 0.04, 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
#341 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garret Schenck School's ranking?
Garret Schenck School is ranked #341 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Garret Schenck School?
82 students attend Garret Schenck School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Garret Schenck School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garret Schenck School?
Garret Schenck School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Garret Schenck School offer ?
Garret Schenck School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garret Schenck School part of?
Garret Schenck School is part of RSU 74/MSAD 74 School District.
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