Marcia Buker School serves 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marcia Buker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marcia Buker School's student population of 214 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marcia Buker School is 0.06, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Black
1%
5%
White
97%
85%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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
How many students attend Marcia Buker School?
214 students attend Marcia Buker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marcia Buker School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcia Buker School?
Marcia Buker School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marcia Buker School offer ?
Marcia Buker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marcia Buker School part of?
Marcia Buker School is part of Richmond School District.
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