Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Long Island 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Attendance Zone: Long Island Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 33.5 square miles in Long Island, ME. Families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Island Elementary School's student population of 8 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Long Island Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
82%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
84%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Long Island Elementary School?
8 students attend Long Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Long Island Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Island Elementary School?
Long Island Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Long Island Elementary School offer ?
Long Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Long Island Elementary School part of?
Long Island Elementary School is part of Long Island School District.
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