Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr Lewis S Libby School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30% in ME)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Lewis S Libby School's student population of 273 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Fostering a Community for Learners'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr Lewis S Libby School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
93%
85%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dr Lewis S Libby School often compared to?
Dr Lewis S Libby Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Town Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Dr Lewis S Libby School?
273 students attend Dr Lewis S Libby School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dr Lewis S Libby School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Lewis S Libby School?
Dr Lewis S Libby School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Lewis S Libby School offer ?
Dr Lewis S Libby School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Lewis S Libby School part of?
Dr Lewis S Libby School is part of Milford School District.
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