Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washburn 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washburn School serves the northern part of Auburn, ME, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washburn School's student population of 219 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washburn 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 School is 0.42, which is more 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
#396 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 School's ranking?
Washburn School is ranked #396 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Washburn School often compared to?
Washburn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walton School, East Auburn Community School, Fairview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Washburn School?
219 students attend Washburn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Washburn School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washburn School?
Washburn School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washburn School offer ?
Washburn School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washburn School part of?
Washburn School is part of Auburn School District.
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