Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Central School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Central 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 Central School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#102 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #102 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Central School?
387 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of RSU 35/MSAD 35 School District.
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