Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amanda C Rowe 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 65-69% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amanda C Rowe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Amanda C Rowe School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amanda C Rowe School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amanda C Rowe School is 0.59, which is more 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
#450 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
8%
3%
Black
14%
4%
White
61%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amanda C Rowe School's ranking?
Amanda C Rowe School is ranked #450 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Amanda C Rowe School often compared to?
Amanda C Rowe Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow School-portland, Windham Primary School, Songo Locks School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Amanda C Rowe School?
442 students attend Amanda C Rowe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Amanda C Rowe School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amanda C Rowe School?
Amanda C Rowe School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Amanda C Rowe School offer ?
Amanda C Rowe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Amanda C Rowe School part of?
Amanda C Rowe School is part of Portland Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Amanda C Rowe School located?
Amanda C Rowe School is located in the Nasons Corner neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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