Dike-newell School serves 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dike-newell School's student population of 255 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dike-newell School is 0.24, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
87%
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
35%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dike-newell School often compared to?
Dike-newell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Bath School, Phippsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dike-newell School?
255 students attend Dike-newell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Dike-newell School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dike-newell School?
Dike-newell School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dike-newell School offer ?
Dike-newell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Dike-newell School part of?
Dike-newell School is part of RSU 01 - Lkrsu School District.
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