Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Robert V. Connors 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 13% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert V. Connors Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert V. Connors Elementary School's student population of 737 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Robert V. Connors 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 Robert V. Connors Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
49%
5%
White
36%
85%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert V. Connors Elementary School's ranking?
Robert V. Connors Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Robert V. Connors Elementary School?
737 students attend Robert V. Connors Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Robert V. Connors Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert V. Connors Elementary School?
Robert V. Connors Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert V. Connors Elementary School offer ?
Robert V. Connors Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert V. Connors Elementary School part of?
Robert V. Connors Elementary School is part of Lewiston School District.
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