Serving 170 students in grades 6-12, Overman Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overman Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Overman Academy's student population of 170 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Overman Academy is 0.15, 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)
15-19%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
56%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Hispanic
4%
4%
White
92%
85%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Overman Academy?
The graduation rate of Overman Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Overman Academy?
170 students attend Overman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Overman Academy students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overman Academy?
Overman Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Overman Academy offer ?
Overman Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overman Academy part of?
Overman Academy is part of Community Regional Charter School District.
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