Serving 169 students in grades 6-12, Overman Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overman Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Overman Academy's student population of 169 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Overman Academy is 0.12, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
56%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 schools are Overman Academy often compared to?
Overman Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Skowhegan Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% ME state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Overman Academy?
The graduation rate of Overman Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Overman Academy?
169 students attend Overman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Overman Academy students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overman Academy?
Overman Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Overman Academy offer ?
Overman Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overman Academy part of?
Overman Academy is part of Community Regional Charter School District.
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