Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Union Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Union Elementary School's student population of 125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Whatever it takes’
School Rankings
Union Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#146 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Hispanic
5%
4%
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
46%
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 Union Elementary School's ranking?
Union Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Union Elementary School often compared to?
Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prescott Memorial School, Hope Elementary School, Warren Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
125 students attend Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Union Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union Elementary School offer ?
Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Elementary School part of?
Union Elementary School is part of RSU 40/MSAD 40 School District.
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