Serving 42 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Troy Central 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 21-39% (which is lower 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 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Troy Central School serves the northern part of Troy, ME, covering an area of approximately 43.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Troy Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Troy Central School's student population of 42 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Troy Central 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 Troy Central School is 0.10, 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
#438 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
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
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Troy Central School's ranking?
Troy Central School is ranked #438 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?
21-39% 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 Troy Central School?
42 students attend Troy Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Troy Central School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Troy Central School?
Troy Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Troy Central School offer ?
Troy Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Troy Central School part of?
Troy Central School is part of RSU 03/MSAD 03 School District.
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