Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Kennebunk Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennebunk Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kennebunk Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
91%
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
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% ME state average).
How many students attend Kennebunk Elementary School?
358 students attend Kennebunk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kennebunk Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennebunk Elementary School?
Kennebunk Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kennebunk Elementary School offer ?
Kennebunk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Kennebunk Elementary School part of?
Kennebunk Elementary School is part of RSU 21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kennebunk Elementary School located?
Kennebunk Elementary School is located in the West Kennebunk neighborhood of Kennebunk, ME. There are 1 other public schools located in West Kennebunk.
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