Serving 198 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dyer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dyer Elementary School's student population of 198 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dyer Elementary 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 Dyer Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#146 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
3%
Black
4%
4%
White
78%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dyer Elementary School's ranking?
Dyer Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Dyer Elementary School often compared to?
Dyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dora L Small Elementary School, Frank I Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Dyer Elementary School?
198 students attend Dyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dyer Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dyer Elementary School?
Dyer Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dyer Elementary School offer ?
Dyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dyer Elementary School part of?
Dyer Elementary School is part of South Portland Public Schools School District.
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