Serving 522 students in grades 3-5, Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 83% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School is 0.35, which is more 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
#267 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
80%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School's ranking?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School?
522 students attend Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School offer ?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School part of?
Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School is part of Brunswick School District.
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