Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Durham Community School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than 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 5% 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: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durham Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Durham Community School's student population of 466 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durham Community School ranks within the top 10% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durham Community School is 0.10, 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
#28 out of 512 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Durham Community School's ranking?
Durham Community School is ranked #28 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Durham Community School often compared to?
Durham Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mabel I Wilson School, Greely Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Durham Community School?
466 students attend Durham Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Durham Community School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durham Community School?
Durham Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Durham Community School offer ?
Durham Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Durham Community School part of?
Durham Community School is part of RSU 05 School District.
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