Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Georgetown Central School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Georgetown Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Georgetown school district, covering approximately 64.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgetown Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Georgetown Central School's student population of 51 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Georgetown Central 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 Georgetown Central School is 0.08, 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
#201 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Community, Opportunity, Achievement, Students, and Togetherness
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown Central School's ranking?
Georgetown Central School is ranked #201 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Georgetown Central School often compared to?
Georgetown Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woolwich Central School, West Bath School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Central School?
51 students attend Georgetown Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Georgetown Central School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Georgetown Central School?
Georgetown Central School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Georgetown Central School offer ?
Georgetown Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Georgetown Central School part of?
Georgetown Central School is part of Georgetown School District.
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