Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Glenburn Elementary School ranks in the top 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 86% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenburn Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenburn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenburn Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#165 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
90%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenburn Elementary School's ranking?
Glenburn Elementary School is ranked #165 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Glenburn Elementary School often compared to?
Glenburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Island School, James F. Doughty School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Glenburn Elementary School?
384 students attend Glenburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Glenburn Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenburn Elementary School?
Glenburn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glenburn Elementary School offer ?
Glenburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Glenburn Elementary School part of?
Glenburn Elementary School is part of Glenburn School District.
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