Serving 466 students in grades 2-5, Yarmouth Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yarmouth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Yarmouth Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Yarmouth Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yarmouth Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2 out of 500 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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 Yarmouth Elementary School's ranking?
Yarmouth Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Yarmouth Elementary School often compared to?
Yarmouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falmouth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Yarmouth Elementary School?
466 students attend Yarmouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Yarmouth Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yarmouth Elementary School?
Yarmouth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Yarmouth Elementary School offer ?
Yarmouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yarmouth Elementary School part of?
Yarmouth Elementary School is part of Yarmouth Schools.
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