Serving 158 students in grades 3-4, Carrie Ricker 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 69% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carrie Ricker School's student population of 158 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Carrie Ricker School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrie Ricker 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
#448 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
96%
86%
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
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Carrie Ricker School's ranking?
Carrie Ricker School is ranked #448 out of 512 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Carrie Ricker School?
158 students attend Carrie Ricker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carrie Ricker School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrie Ricker School?
Carrie Ricker School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carrie Ricker School offer ?
Carrie Ricker School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrie Ricker School part of?
Carrie Ricker School is part of RSU 04 School District.
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