Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Washburn District Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washburn District Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Washburn, ME, covering approximately 108 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washburn District Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washburn District 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 Washburn District 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
#472 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Washburn District Elementary School's ranking?
Washburn District Elementary School is ranked #472 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Washburn District Elementary School?
180 students attend Washburn District Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Washburn District Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washburn District Elementary School?
Washburn District Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washburn District Elementary School offer ?
Washburn District Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washburn District Elementary School part of?
Washburn District Elementary School is part of RSU 45/MSAD 45 School District.
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