Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Meroby Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meroby Elementary School serves the northern part of Mexico, ME, covering an attendance area of approximately 77.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meroby Elementary School's student population of 256 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Meroby 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 Meroby Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#380 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
89%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meroby Elementary School's ranking?
Meroby Elementary School is ranked #380 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Meroby Elementary School?
256 students attend Meroby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Meroby Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meroby Elementary School?
Meroby Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Meroby Elementary School offer ?
Meroby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meroby Elementary School part of?
Meroby Elementary School is part of RSU 10 School District.
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