Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harrington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harrington Elementary School's student population of 137 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Respectful. Be Safe. Be Kind.
School Rankings
Harrington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrington Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#75 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
84%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
RSU 37/MSAD 37 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrington Elementary School's ranking?
Harrington Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Harrington Elementary School often compared to?
Harrington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milbridge Elementary School, Cherryfield Elementary School, Daniel W Merritt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Harrington Elementary School?
137 students attend Harrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Harrington Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrington Elementary School?
Harrington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrington Elementary School offer ?
Harrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrington Elementary School part of?
Harrington Elementary School is part of RSU 37/MSAD 37 School District.
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