Serving 316 students in grades 1-4, Miles Lane School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher 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 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miles Lane School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bucksport, ME, covering approximately 138.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miles Lane School's student population of 316 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student matters, every moment counts!
School Rankings
Miles Lane 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 Miles Lane School is 0.19, 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
#282 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
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 ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miles Lane School's ranking?
Miles Lane School is ranked #282 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?
55-59% 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 Miles Lane School?
316 students attend Miles Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Miles Lane School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miles Lane School?
Miles Lane School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Miles Lane School offer ?
Miles Lane School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miles Lane School part of?
Miles Lane School is part of RSU 25 School District.
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