Serving 83 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 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pembroke Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Pembroke, ME, covering approximately 35.3 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and the furthest edge being about 7.2 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Pembroke Elementary School's student population of 83 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we are soaring to success!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pembroke Elementary School is 0.30, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. 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
10:1
11:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pembroke Elementary School often compared to?
Pembroke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry 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?
83 students attend Pembroke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pembroke Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pembroke Elementary School?
Pembroke Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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