Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Carl J Lamb School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 50-54% (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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl J Lamb School's student population of 436 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Carl J Lamb School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl J Lamb School is 0.34, which is more 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
#316 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
4%
Black
6%
5%
White
81%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sanford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl J Lamb School's ranking?
Carl J Lamb School is ranked #316 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Carl J Lamb School often compared to?
Carl J Lamb Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford Pride Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Carl J Lamb School?
436 students attend Carl J Lamb School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Carl J Lamb School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl J Lamb School?
Carl J Lamb School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carl J Lamb School offer ?
Carl J Lamb School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl J Lamb School part of?
Carl J Lamb School is part of Sanford School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teachers at the school are very dedicated to their jobs.The school has an excellent special needs program,too.
Overall,this is a great school
1 10/10/2025
i attended this school all throughout my elementry school days and let me tell you, do not trust this school 's special education teachers. they have zero respect for childrens personal space and their idea of disipline was putting me and other kids into closets and locking the door. taking away my lunch because i " had an attitude" and pulling me out of class ( even though i was not engaging violently ) and restraining in a way any parent with a non autistic kid would go ballistic over . this school is shady and has no respect for autistic people and autistic children. be vary wary if this is your only option. teachers and adults in general love to try and silence autistic people because they " know best" and try to have you ignore their abuse.
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