Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Jameson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jameson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jameson Elementary School's student population of 177 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jameson Elementary School is 0.32, which is more 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)
(14-15)40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)40-49%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
4%
5%
White
82%
85%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% ME state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% ME state average).
How many students attend Jameson Elementary School?
177 students attend Jameson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Jameson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jameson Elementary School?
Jameson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jameson Elementary School offer ?
Jameson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jameson Elementary School part of?
Jameson Elementary School is part of RSU 23 School District.
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