Serving 381 students in grades 2-5, George B Weatherbee School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George B Weatherbee School serves the northern part of Hampden, ME, covering an area of approximately 70 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George B Weatherbee School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
George B Weatherbee School's student population of 381 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George B Weatherbee School ranks within the top 10% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George B Weatherbee School is 0.19, 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
#32 out of 500 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
90%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 George B Weatherbee School's ranking?
George B Weatherbee School is ranked #32 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend George B Weatherbee School?
381 students attend George B Weatherbee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of George B Weatherbee School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George B Weatherbee School?
George B Weatherbee School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does George B Weatherbee School offer ?
George B Weatherbee School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George B Weatherbee School part of?
George B Weatherbee School is part of RSU 22 School District.
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