Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Winslow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winslow Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Waterville, ME school district, encompassing approximately 38.7 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winslow Elementary School's student population of 581 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winslow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winslow Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#184 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Winslow Elementary School's ranking?
Winslow Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Winslow Elementary School often compared to?
Winslow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George J Mitchell School, Benton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Winslow Elementary School?
581 students attend Winslow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Winslow Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winslow Elementary School?
Winslow Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Winslow Elementary School offer ?
Winslow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winslow Elementary School part of?
Winslow Elementary School is part of Winslow Schools.
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