Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elm Street School-mechanic Falls ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Street School-mechanic Falls's student population of 241 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elm Street School-mechanic Falls ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Street School-mechanic Falls is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#461 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
93%
85%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Street School-mechanic Falls's ranking?
Elm Street School-mechanic Falls is ranked #461 out of 500 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Elm Street School-mechanic Falls?
241 students attend Elm Street School-mechanic Falls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elm Street School-mechanic Falls students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Street School-mechanic Falls?
Elm Street School-mechanic Falls has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elm Street School-mechanic Falls offer ?
Elm Street School-mechanic Falls offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elm Street School-mechanic Falls part of?
Elm Street School-mechanic Falls is part of RSU 16 School District.
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