Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morse Memorial 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morse Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Morse Memorial School's student population of 95 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morse Memorial 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 Morse Memorial School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#476 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
4%
5%
White
90%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Memorial School's ranking?
Morse Memorial School is ranked #476 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Morse Memorial School?
95 students attend Morse Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Morse Memorial School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morse Memorial School?
Morse Memorial School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Morse Memorial School offer ?
Morse Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morse Memorial School part of?
Morse Memorial School is part of Regional School Unit 03/Maine School Administrative District 03.
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