Serving 98 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phippsburg Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phippsburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Phippsburg Elementary School's student population of 98 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phippsburg Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phippsburg Elementary School is 0.06, which is less 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
#111 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
RSU 01 - Lkrsu School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phippsburg Elementary School's ranking?
Phippsburg Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Phippsburg Elementary School often compared to?
Phippsburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Bath School, Dike-newell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Phippsburg Elementary School?
98 students attend Phippsburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Phippsburg Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phippsburg Elementary School?
Phippsburg Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Phippsburg Elementary School offer ?
Phippsburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phippsburg Elementary School part of?
Phippsburg Elementary School is part of RSU 01 - Lkrsu School District.
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