Serving 295 students in grades 3-6, Turner 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turner Elementary School serves the west part of Turner, ME, covering an area of approximately 62.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turner Elementary School's student population of 295 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Turner Elementary 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 Turner Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#323 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
91%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Turner Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Turner Elementary School often compared to?
Turner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Turner Elementary School?
295 students attend Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Turner Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turner Elementary School?
Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turner Elementary School offer ?
Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turner Elementary School part of?
Turner Elementary School is part of RSU 52/MSAD 52 School District.
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