Serving 65 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Penobscot Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penobscot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Penobscot Elementary School's student population of 65 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Our school is dedicated to preparing students for productive, fulfilling lives in a Democratic society.
School Rankings
Penobscot Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penobscot Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 500 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
White
92%
85%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Penobscot Elementary School's ranking?
Penobscot Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Penobscot Elementary School?
65 students attend Penobscot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Penobscot Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penobscot Elementary School?
Penobscot Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Penobscot Elementary School offer ?
Penobscot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Penobscot Elementary School part of?
Penobscot Elementary School is part of Penobscot School District.
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