Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison Lyseth Elementary School ranks in the top 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 78% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher 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 42% 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-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#255 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
27%
5%
White
58%
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
20%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is ranked #255 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Harrison Lyseth Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gerald E Talbot Community School, Longfellow School-portland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Harrison Lyseth Elementary School?
494 students attend Harrison Lyseth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Lyseth Elementary School?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Lyseth Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School part of?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Lyseth Elementary School located?
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School is located in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in North Deering.
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