Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Helen Thompson School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Helen Thompson School serves the west part of Gardiner, ME, covering an attendance zone of approximately 26.6 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Thompson School's student population of 245 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Thompson 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 Helen Thompson School is 0.12, 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
#237 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Thompson School's ranking?
Helen Thompson School is ranked #237 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Helen Thompson School?
245 students attend Helen Thompson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Helen Thompson School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Helen Thompson School?
Helen Thompson School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Helen Thompson School offer ?
Helen Thompson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen Thompson School part of?
Helen Thompson School is part of RSU 11/MSAD 11 School District.
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