Serving 350 students in grades 3-4, Biddeford Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biddeford Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Biddeford Intermediate School's student population of 350 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biddeford Intermediate 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 Biddeford Intermediate School is 0.32, 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
#257 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
5%
5%
White
82%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biddeford Intermediate School's ranking?
Biddeford Intermediate School is ranked #257 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Biddeford Intermediate School often compared to?
Biddeford Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lebanon Elementary School, Hollis School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Biddeford Intermediate School?
350 students attend Biddeford Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Biddeford Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biddeford Intermediate School?
Biddeford Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Biddeford Intermediate School offer ?
Biddeford Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Biddeford Intermediate School part of?
Biddeford Intermediate School is part of Biddeford School District.
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