Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Vivian E Hussey 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vivian E Hussey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Vivian E Hussey School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vivian E Hussey 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 Vivian E Hussey School is 0.29, 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
#276 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
84%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vivian E Hussey School's ranking?
Vivian E Hussey School is ranked #276 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Vivian E Hussey School?
358 students attend Vivian E Hussey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Vivian E Hussey School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vivian E Hussey School?
Vivian E Hussey School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vivian E Hussey School offer ?
Vivian E Hussey School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Vivian E Hussey School part of?
Vivian E Hussey School is part of RSU 60/MSAD 60 School District.
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