Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Rumford Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rumford Elementary serves the northwest part of Rumford, ME, covering an area of approximately 121.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rumford Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Rumford Elementary 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 Rumford Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#361 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
85%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rumford Elementary School's ranking?
Rumford Elementary School is ranked #361 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Rumford Elementary School?
213 students attend Rumford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rumford Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rumford Elementary School?
Rumford Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rumford Elementary School offer ?
Rumford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rumford Elementary School part of?
Rumford Elementary School is part of RSU 10 School District.
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