Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Veazie Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veazie Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Veazie Community School's student population of 163 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veazie Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veazie Community School is 0.32, 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
#187 out of 508 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
82%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Veazie Community School's ranking?
Veazie Community School is ranked #187 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Veazie Community School?
163 students attend Veazie Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Veazie Community School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veazie Community School?
Veazie Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Veazie Community School offer ?
Veazie Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Veazie Community School part of?
Veazie Community School is part of Veazie Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 6/16/2023
Great little school. My Daughter went here for 8th grade and I was very pleased with all aspects.
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