Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Solon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Solon Elementary School serves the northeast part of Solon, ME, encompassing an area of approximately 58.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 7.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Solon Elementary School's student population of 94 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Motto
The school community of Solon will be instrumental in enabling their students to achieve the knowledge they need, in a safe and healthy environment.
School Rankings
Solon 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 Solon Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#219 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
4%
White
94%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solon Elementary School's ranking?
Solon Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Solon Elementary School?
94 students attend Solon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Solon Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solon Elementary School?
Solon Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Solon Elementary School offer ?
Solon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Solon Elementary School part of?
Solon Elementary School is part of RSU 74/MSAD 74 School District.
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