Serving 96 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Bath School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bath School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Bath School's student population of 96 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Bath School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bath School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bath School's ranking?
West Bath School is ranked #112 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are West Bath School often compared to?
West Bath Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dike-newell School, Phippsburg Elementary School, Woolwich Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend West Bath School?
96 students attend West Bath School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West Bath School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Bath School?
West Bath School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Bath School offer ?
West Bath School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Bath School part of?
West Bath School is part of West Bath Public Schools School District.
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