Serving 73 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brownfield Denmark Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School's student population of 73 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Rankings
Brownfield Denmark 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 Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#58 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
97%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownfield Denmark Elementary School's ranking?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Brownfield Denmark Elementary School often compared to?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Suncook School, Molly Ockett School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Brownfield Denmark Elementary School?
73 students attend Brownfield Denmark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brownfield Denmark Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownfield Denmark Elementary School?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownfield Denmark Elementary School offer ?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brownfield Denmark Elementary School part of?
Brownfield Denmark Elementary School is part of RSU 72/MSAD 72 School District.
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