Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montello 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 13% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montello School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Montello School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Montello School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montello School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
56%
5%
White
34%
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
80%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
7%
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 Montello School's ranking?
Montello School is ranked #499 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Montello School often compared to?
Montello Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farwell Elementary School, Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Montello School?
628 students attend Montello School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Montello School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montello School?
Montello School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montello School offer ?
Montello School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montello School part of?
Montello School is part of Lewiston 51±¬ÁÏs.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school is a trash they force you to do things the grab u to its and they act mean in real life but when my parents come they act nice. Like, girl sit down.
1 10/10/2025
Would not recommend this school. Many issues with other children there. Teacher to student ratio is part of the problem but also the population of children attending there.
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