Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walker Memorial 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Memorial School serves the southwest part of Liberty, ME, covering an area of approximately 51.6 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walker Memorial School's student population of 25 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 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 ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walker Memorial 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 Walker Memorial School is 0.15, 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
#418 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Walker Memorial School's ranking?
Walker Memorial School is ranked #418 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Walker Memorial School?
25 students attend Walker Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Walker Memorial School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Memorial School?
Walker Memorial School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walker Memorial School offer ?
Walker Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walker Memorial School part of?
Walker Memorial School is part of RSU 03/MSAD 03 School District.
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