Serving 101 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jonesport Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonesport Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Jonesport, ME, encompassing approximately 100.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonesport Elementary School's student population of 101 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
101 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is a shared commitment between dedicated teachers, motivated students and enthusiastic parents with high expectations.
School Rankings
Jonesport Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonesport Elementary 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
#435 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesport Elementary School's ranking?
Jonesport Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Jonesport Elementary School?
101 students attend Jonesport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jonesport Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesport Elementary School?
Jonesport Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jonesport Elementary School offer ?
Jonesport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonesport Elementary School part of?
Jonesport Elementary School is part of Jonesport School District.
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