Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Somerset 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Somerset Elementary School's student population of 223 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Somerset Elementary 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 Somerset Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#431 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
96%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
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 Somerset Elementary School's ranking?
Somerset Elementary School is ranked #431 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Somerset Elementary School?
223 students attend Somerset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Somerset Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Elementary School?
Somerset Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Somerset Elementary School offer ?
Somerset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Elementary School part of?
Somerset Elementary School is part of Regional School Unit 19 School District.
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