Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Patricia A Duran School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hermon Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bangor, ME, encompassing approximately 36.8 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patricia A Duran School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Patricia A Duran School's student population of 459 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patricia A Duran School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patricia A Duran School is 0.13, 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
#226 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patricia A Duran School's ranking?
Patricia A Duran School is ranked #226 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Patricia A Duran School often compared to?
Patricia A Duran Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Patricia A Duran School?
459 students attend Patricia A Duran School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Patricia A Duran School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patricia A Duran School?
Patricia A Duran School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patricia A Duran School offer ?
Patricia A Duran School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patricia A Duran School part of?
Patricia A Duran School is part of Hermon School District.
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