Serving 85 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Steep Falls Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steep Falls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Steep Falls Elementary School's student population of 85 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steep Falls 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 Steep Falls Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#324 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
91%
85%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steep Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Steep Falls Elementary School is ranked #324 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Steep Falls Elementary School?
85 students attend Steep Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Steep Falls Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steep Falls Elementary School?
Steep Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Steep Falls Elementary School offer ?
Steep Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steep Falls Elementary School part of?
Steep Falls Elementary School is part of RSU 06/MSAD 06 School District.
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