Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jefferson Village 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Village School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Damariscotta, ME, encompassing approximately 58.6 square miles. Families typically live 10-15 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Village School's student population of 215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Village 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 Jefferson Village School is 0.06, 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
#190 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
97%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Jefferson Village School's ranking?
Jefferson Village School is ranked #190 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Jefferson Village School often compared to?
Jefferson Village Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nobleboro Central School, Great Salt Bay Community School, Miller School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Village School?
215 students attend Jefferson Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jefferson Village School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Village School?
Jefferson Village School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jefferson Village School offer ?
Jefferson Village School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Village School part of?
Jefferson Village School is part of Jefferson School District.
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