Serving 147 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Strong Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 82%). 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strong Elementary School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Collaborating for Success'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Strong Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Strong Elementary School?
147 students attend Strong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Strong Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strong Elementary School?
Strong Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Strong Elementary School offer ?
Strong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Strong Elementary School part of?
Strong Elementary School is part of RSU 58/MSAD 58 School District.
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