Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sanford Pride Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher 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 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanford Pride Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sanford Pride Elementary 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 Sanford Pride Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#208 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
8%
5%
White
79%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanford Pride Elementary School's ranking?
Sanford Pride Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Sanford Pride Elementary School often compared to?
Sanford Pride Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl J Lamb School, Margaret Chase Smith by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Sanford Pride Elementary School?
383 students attend Sanford Pride Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sanford Pride Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanford Pride Elementary School?
Sanford Pride Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sanford Pride Elementary School offer ?
Sanford Pride Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanford Pride Elementary School part of?
Sanford Pride Elementary School is part of Sanford School District.
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