Serving 74 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brownfield Denmark Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School's student population of 74 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#83 out of 512 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
97%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownfield Denmark Elementary School's ranking?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Brownfield Denmark Elementary School?
74 students attend Brownfield Denmark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brownfield Denmark Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownfield Denmark Elementary School?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownfield Denmark Elementary School offer ?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Brownfield Denmark Elementary School part of?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is part of RSU 72/MSAD 72 School District.
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