Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Suzanne M Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suzanne M Smith Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#217 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 Suzanne M Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Suzanne M Smith Elementary School?
219 students attend Suzanne M Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Suzanne M Smith Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suzanne M Smith Elementary School?
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Suzanne M Smith Elementary School offer ?
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Suzanne M Smith Elementary School part of?
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School is part of RSU 87/MSAD 23 School District.
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