Serving 222 students in grades 4-5, Albert S Hall 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 70-74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert S Hall School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Albert S Hall School's student population of 222 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert S Hall School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert S Hall School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
80%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert S Hall School's ranking?
Albert S Hall School is ranked #430 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Albert S Hall School often compared to?
Albert S Hall Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vassalboro Community School, George J Mitchell School, Waterville Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Albert S Hall School?
222 students attend Albert S Hall School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Albert S Hall School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert S Hall School?
Albert S Hall School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albert S Hall School offer ?
Albert S Hall School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Albert S Hall School part of?
Albert S Hall School is part of Waterville School District.
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