For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 428 students in Wiscasset School District. This district's average elementary testing ranking is 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public elementary schools in Maine.
Public Elementary Schools in Wiscasset School District have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 84% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (ME)
# Schools
2 Schools
442 Schools
# Students
428 Students
112,991 Students
# Teachers
47 Teachers
10,443 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
9:1
District Rank
Wiscasset School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 191 school districts in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 85% has increased from 80-89% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#166 out of 222 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Graduation Rate
85%
86%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.14
0.26
# American Indian Students
3 Students
878 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
# Asian Students
11 Students
1,363 Students
% Asian Students
3%
1%
# Hispanic Students
4 Students
3,921 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
3%
# Black Students
8 Students
5,274 Students
% Black Students
2%
5%
# White Students
396 Students
97,025 Students
% White Students
92%
86%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
101 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
6 Students
4,429 Students
% of Two or more races Students
1%
4%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
12
5,730
# Students in K Grade:
24
11,081
# Students in 1st Grade:
36
11,901
# Students in 2nd Grade:
37
12,646
# Students in 3rd Grade:
36
11,955
# Students in 4th Grade:
20
12,471
# Students in 5th Grade:
26
12,477
# Students in 6th Grade:
25
12,250
# Students in 7th Grade:
33
10,478
# Students in 8th Grade:
32
10,197
# Students in 9th Grade:
40
451
# Students in 10th Grade:
34
468
# Students in 11th Grade:
47
470
# Students in 12th Grade:
26
416
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $24,488 is higher than the state median of $21,600. The school district revenue/student has grown by 5% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $23,750 is higher than the state median of $21,191. The school district spending/student has grown by 5% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$11 MM
$3,617 MM
Spending
$10 MM
$3,549 MM
Revenue / Student
$24,488
$21,600
Spending / Student
$23,750
$21,191
Best Wiscasset School District Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wiscasset Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
83 Federal Street
Wiscasset, ME 04578
(207) 882-7767
Wiscasset, ME 04578
(207) 882-7767
Grades: PK-5
| 191 students
Rank: #22.
Wiscasset Middle/high School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
225 Gardiner Road
Wiscasset, ME 04578
(207) 882-7722
Wiscasset, ME 04578
(207) 882-7722
Grades: 6-12
| 237 students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
