Serving 111 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Palermo Consolidated 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palermo Consolidated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Palermo Consolidated School's student population of 111 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Palermo Consolidated 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 Palermo Consolidated School is 0.02, which is less 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
#288 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
99%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Palermo Consolidated School's ranking?
Palermo Consolidated School is ranked #288 out of 500 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Palermo Consolidated School?
111 students attend Palermo Consolidated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Palermo Consolidated School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palermo Consolidated School?
Palermo Consolidated School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Palermo Consolidated School offer ?
Palermo Consolidated School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palermo Consolidated School part of?
Palermo Consolidated School is part of Regional School Unit 12 School District.
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