Serving 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alexander 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 60-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alexander Elementary School's student population of 35 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Elementary 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 Alexander Elementary School is 0.22, which is less 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
#474 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Elementary School's ranking?
Alexander Elementary School is ranked #474 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Alexander Elementary School often compared to?
Alexander Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calais Elementary School, Calais Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Alexander Elementary School?
35 students attend Alexander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Alexander Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Elementary School?
Alexander Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Elementary School offer ?
Alexander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Alexander Elementary School part of?
Alexander Elementary School is part of Alexander School District.
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