Serving 149 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nobleboro Central School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nobleboro Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nobleboro Central School's student population of 149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to creating and supporting a challenging, respectful and safe learning environment where the uniqueness of each individual is honored.
School Rankings
Nobleboro Central School ranks within the top 5% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nobleboro Central School is 0.13, 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
#11 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Nobleboro Central School's ranking?
Nobleboro Central School is ranked #11 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Nobleboro Central School often compared to?
Nobleboro Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Village School, Great Salt Bay Community School, Edgecomb Eddy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Nobleboro Central School?
149 students attend Nobleboro Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Nobleboro Central School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nobleboro Central School?
Nobleboro Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nobleboro Central School offer ?
Nobleboro Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nobleboro Central School part of?
Nobleboro Central School is part of Nobleboro School District.
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