Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bristol Consolidated School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristol Consolidated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bristol Consolidated School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Bristol Consolidated School ranks within the top 5% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristol Consolidated School is 0.08, 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
#11 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
96%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Consolidated School's ranking?
Bristol Consolidated School is ranked #11 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Bristol Consolidated School often compared to?
Bristol Consolidated Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Salt Bay Community School, South Bristol Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Bristol Consolidated School?
187 students attend Bristol Consolidated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bristol Consolidated School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristol Consolidated School?
Bristol Consolidated School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bristol Consolidated School offer ?
Bristol Consolidated School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bristol Consolidated School part of?
Bristol Consolidated School is part of Bristol School District.
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