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 (2026)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
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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