Serving 306 students in grades 3-5, Spruce Mountain Elementary School 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 36% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spruce Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Spruce Mountain Elementary School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Spruce Mountain Elementary 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 Spruce Mountain Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#466 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
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
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
RSU 73 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spruce Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Spruce Mountain Elementary School?
306 students attend Spruce Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Spruce Mountain Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spruce Mountain Elementary School?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spruce Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spruce Mountain Elementary School part of?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School is part of RSU 73 School District.
In what neighborhood is Spruce Mountain Elementary School located?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School is located in the Chisholm neighborhood of Jay, ME. There are 2 other public schools located in Chisholm.
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