Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Williams-cone School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams-cone School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Williams-cone School's student population of 232 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams-cone School ranks within the top 5% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams-cone School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
91%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams-cone School's ranking?
Williams-cone School is ranked #11 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Williams-cone School?
232 students attend Williams-cone School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Williams-cone School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams-cone School?
Williams-cone School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williams-cone School offer ?
Williams-cone School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams-cone School part of?
Williams-cone School is part of Regional School Unit 75/Maine School Administrative District 75.
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