Serving 140 students in grades 4-5, George E Jack School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George E Jack School serves the northern part of Standish, ME, covering an area of approximately 81.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George E Jack School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
George E Jack School's student population of 140 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
George E Jack 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 George E Jack 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
#206 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
90%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George E Jack School's ranking?
George E Jack School is ranked #206 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend George E Jack School?
140 students attend George E Jack School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of George E Jack School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George E Jack School?
George E Jack School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does George E Jack School offer ?
George E Jack School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George E Jack School part of?
George E Jack School is part of RSU 06/MSAD 06 School District.
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