Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washburn 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 65-69% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washburn School's student population of 223 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washburn 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 Washburn School is 0.33, 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
#450 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
7%
5%
White
81%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Washburn School's ranking?
Washburn School is ranked #450 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Washburn School?
223 students attend Washburn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Washburn School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn School?
Washburn School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washburn School offer ?
Washburn School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Washburn School part of?
Washburn School is part of Auburn School District.
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