Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shapleigh Memorial School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shapleigh Memorial School serves the southwest part of Shapleigh, ME, covering an area of approximately 41.2 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 6.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shapleigh Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shapleigh Memorial School's student population of 153 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Shapleigh Memorial School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shapleigh Memorial 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
#91 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shapleigh Memorial School's ranking?
Shapleigh Memorial School is ranked #91 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Shapleigh Memorial School often compared to?
Shapleigh Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterboro Elementary School, Line Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Shapleigh Memorial School?
153 students attend Shapleigh Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Shapleigh Memorial School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shapleigh Memorial School?
Shapleigh Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shapleigh Memorial School offer ?
Shapleigh Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shapleigh Memorial School part of?
Shapleigh Memorial School is part of RSU 57/MSAD 57 School District.
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