Rsu 58/msad 58 School District
School District · Phillips, Maine
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
How this district compares
Maine rank
#81 of 108
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Maine avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,164
+$308 vs Maine median
District size
589 students
Smaller than Maine median
The short answer
Rsu 58/msad 58 ranks #81 of 108 Maine districts by overall school rating. Rsu 58/msad 58's schools with real test data average 5.5/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mt Abram Regional High School (7.2/10), Phillips Elementary Sch (6.1/10), and Day Mountain Regional Middle School (4.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Rsu 58/msad 58
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mt Abram Regional High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Phillips Elementary Sch | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Day Mountain Regional Middle School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Kingfield Elementary Sch | 4.1 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Rsu 58/msad 58
Rsu 58/msad 58 is a Phillips, Maine school district serving 4 schools.The district educates 589 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. District-level spending was $19,164 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 5.5/10, Rsu 58/msad 58 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mt Abram Regional High School, which has a composite score of 7.2/10.
In standardized testing, Rsu 58/msad 58 students show an average math proficiency of 46.0% and ELA proficiency of 59.7%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Rsu 58/msad 58, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Rsu 58/msad 58 with test data.
Schools in Rsu 58/msad 58
4 schoolsElementary Schools2
Middle Schools1
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- Maine
- City
- Phillips
- Total Enrollment
- 589
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- District spending per student
- $19,164NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 15.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Rsu 58/msad 58?
Rsu 58/msad 58 has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Rsu 58/msad 58?
The average composite rating for Rsu 58/msad 58 is 5.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Rsu 58/msad 58?
Rsu 58/msad 58's district-level spending was $19,164 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rsu 58/msad 58?
The average student-teacher ratio in Rsu 58/msad 58 is 12.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Rsu 58/msad 58?
Mt Abram Regional High School is the highest-rated school in Rsu 58/msad 58 with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What are the test scores in Rsu 58/msad 58?
Across schools in Rsu 58/msad 58 with test data, the average math proficiency is 46.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Rsu 58/msad 58 compare to other districts in Maine?
Rsu 58/msad 58 has an average school rating of 5.5/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Maine by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 46.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 59.7%
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in ME
Compare Rsu 58/msad 58 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Portland Public Schools (17)
- Bangor Public Schools (10)
- Rsu 17/msad 17 (10)
- Auburn Public Schools (8)
- Lewiston Public Schools (8)
- Rsu 03/msad 03 (8)
- Rsu 06/msad 06 (8)
- Rsu 09 (8)
- Rsu 18 (8)
- Rsu 54/msad 54 (8)
- Augusta Public Schools (7)
- Rsu 01 - Lkrsu (7)
- Rsu 22 (7)
- Rsu 40/msad 40 (7)
- Rsu 57/msad 57 (7)
- Rsu 60/msad 60 (7)
- Rsu 71 (7)
- Rsu 75/msad 75 (7)
- South Portland Public Schools (7)
- Biddeford Public Schools (6)
- Rsu 05 (6)
- Rsu 10 (6)
- Rsu 11/msad 11 (6)
- Rsu 13 (6)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maine Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings and parent guides, free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.