Serving 101 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Bath School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Bath School serves the entire district of Bath, ME, encompassing an area of approximately 15 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Bath School's student population of 101 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for All
School Rankings
West Bath School ranks within the top 10% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bath School is 0.06, 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
#43 out of 500 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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 #43 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend West Bath School?
101 students attend West Bath School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Bath School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bath School?
West Bath School has a student ration of 8:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bath School part of?
West Bath School is part of West Bath School District.
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