Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, China Primary School ranks in the top 30% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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-4
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
China Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
China Primary School's student population of 245 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
China Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of China Primary School is 0.15, 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
#114 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is China Primary School's ranking?
China Primary School is ranked #114 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are China Primary School often compared to?
China Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vassalboro Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend China Primary School?
245 students attend China Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of China Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of China Primary School?
China Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does China Primary School offer ?
China Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is China Primary School part of?
China Primary School is part of RSU 18 School District.
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