Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Helen Thompson School ranks in the top 50% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Thompson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Helen Thompson School's student population of 257 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Helen Thompson School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Thompson School is 0.10, 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
#182 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
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
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Helen Thompson School's ranking?
Helen Thompson School is ranked #182 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Helen Thompson School?
257 students attend Helen Thompson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Helen Thompson School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Thompson School?
Helen Thompson School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Helen Thompson School offer ?
Helen Thompson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen Thompson School part of?
Helen Thompson School is part of RSU 11/MSAD 11 School District.
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