Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison Lyseth Elementary 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 78% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Lyseth Elementary 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 Harrison Lyseth Elementary 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
#336 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
23%
4%
White
59%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Harrison Lyseth Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Harrison Lyseth Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gerald E Talbot Community School, Longfellow School-portland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Harrison Lyseth Elementary School?
481 students attend Harrison Lyseth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Lyseth Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School part of?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is part of Portland Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School located?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is located in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in North Deering.
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