Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Helen S Dunn Elementary 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 35-39% (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 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen S Dunn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Helen S Dunn Elementary School's student population of 131 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen S Dunn Elementary 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 Helen S Dunn Elementary School is 0.14, 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
#452 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
85%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen S Dunn Elementary School's ranking?
Helen S Dunn Elementary School is ranked #452 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Helen S Dunn Elementary School often compared to?
Helen S Dunn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enfield Station Elementary School, Old Town Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Helen S Dunn Elementary School?
131 students attend Helen S Dunn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Helen S Dunn Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen S Dunn Elementary School?
Helen S Dunn Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Helen S Dunn Elementary School offer ?
Helen S Dunn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen S Dunn Elementary School part of?
Helen S Dunn Elementary School is part of Greenbush School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen S Dunn Elementary School located?
Helen S Dunn Elementary School is located in the Olamon neighborhood of Greenbush, ME.
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