Serving 63 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pembroke Elementary School ranks in the top 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 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pembroke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pembroke Elementary School's student population of 63 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we are soaring to success!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pembroke Elementary School is 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
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
33%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
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 schools are Pembroke Elementary School often compared to?
Pembroke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry Elementary School, Charlotte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Pembroke Elementary School?
63 students attend Pembroke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pembroke Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pembroke Elementary School?
Pembroke Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pembroke Elementary School offer ?
Pembroke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pembroke Elementary School part of?
Pembroke Elementary School is part of Pembroke School District.
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