Serving 531 students in grades 3-5, Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary 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 65% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Brunswick school district, covering approximately 54.3 square miles. It typically takes 10-12 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary 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 Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary 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
#160 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
82%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-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 Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School's ranking?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School is ranked #160 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School?
531 students attend Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School offer ?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School part of?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School is part of Brunswick School District.
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