Serving 301 students in grades 3-5, Spruce Mountain Elementary 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 67% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spruce Mountain Elementary School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spruce Mountain Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spruce Mountain Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
4%
4%
White
93%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spruce Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 508 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Spruce Mountain Elementary School?
301 students attend Spruce Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Spruce Mountain Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spruce Mountain Elementary School?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spruce Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Spruce Mountain Elementary School part of?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School is part of RSU 73 School District.
In what neighborhood is Spruce Mountain Elementary School located?
Spruce Mountain Elementary School is located in the Chisholm neighborhood of Jay, ME. There are 2 other public schools located in Chisholm.
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