Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Farrington School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farrington School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Farrington School 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 Farrington School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
90%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farrington School's ranking?
Farrington School is ranked #467 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Farrington School?
308 students attend Farrington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Farrington School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farrington School?
Farrington School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Farrington School offer ?
Farrington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farrington School part of?
Farrington School is part of Augusta Public Schools.
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