Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr Lewis S Libby School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Lewis S Libby School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dr Lewis S Libby School's student population of 281 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Lewis S Libby School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Lewis S Libby 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
#114 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
92%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Lewis S Libby School's ranking?
Dr Lewis S Libby School is ranked #114 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Dr Lewis S Libby School often compared to?
Dr Lewis S Libby Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Town Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Dr Lewis S Libby School?
281 students attend Dr Lewis S Libby School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dr Lewis S Libby School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% 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 Dr Lewis S Libby School?
Dr Lewis S Libby School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Lewis S Libby School offer ?
Dr Lewis S Libby School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Lewis S Libby School part of?
Dr Lewis S Libby School is part of Milford School District.
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