Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Jameson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jameson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jameson Elementary School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jameson Elementary School is 0.34, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)40-49%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
5%
5%
White
81%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% ME state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% ME state average).
How many students attend Jameson Elementary School?
178 students attend Jameson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Jameson Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jameson Elementary School?
Jameson Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jameson Elementary School offer ?
Jameson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jameson Elementary School part of?
Jameson Elementary School is part of RSU 23 School District.
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