Needs Improvement
#498 of 542 schools in ME
Biddeford Primary School
Elementary School · Biddeford Public Schools · Biddeford, ME
An elementary school in Biddeford, ME serving grades 1st – 2nd.
320 Hill Street, Biddeford, ME 04005
- Math 67% proficient (2021)
- Reading 82% proficient (2021)
- 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Biddeford Primary School score 74% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).
2021 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. ME average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 13-year record (2009–2021), then recovered 40 points since 2018, reaching 75% in 2021.
Show all 13 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 46% (multi-year average, 2009-2021) · reading/ELA 55% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 26 test records from ME state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
60.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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 rateThe neighborhood
Where Biddeford Primary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 13Car-Dependent
- Bike 33Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,698/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Biddeford), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$71,268
Median home value
$351,700
Median rent
$1,186/mo
College educated
29.5%
Homeownership
52%
Poverty rate
14.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 04005; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Governor John Fairfield SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | K–2 | 2.2 mi | 289 | Compare → |
| Young SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | K–2 | 2.7 mi | 313 | Compare → |
| Mildred L Day SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.8 | K–5 | 4.0 mi | 215 | Compare → |
| Jameson Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.0 | PK–2 | 4.6 mi | 178 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Biddeford Public Schools
- Schools in district
- 6
- Rank in district
- #5 of 5
- District spending per student
- $19,349NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 12.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
Biddeford Primary School is listed in Biddeford Public Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Biddeford Primary School
Biddeford Primary School is a public elementary school in Biddeford, ME, part of Biddeford Public Schools, serving approximately 369 students in grades 1st-2nd with a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 542 schools in ME. State assessment records show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Biddeford Primary School
What grades does Biddeford Primary School serve?
Biddeford Primary School serves students in grades 1st through 2nd.
How many students attend Biddeford Primary School?
Biddeford Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Biddeford Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Biddeford Primary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Biddeford Primary School rank in ME?
Biddeford Primary School ranks #498 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Biddeford Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Biddeford Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Biddeford Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Biddeford Primary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Biddeford Primary School a charter school?
No, Biddeford Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Biddeford Primary School a Title I school?
No, Biddeford Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Biddeford Primary School?
60.7% of students at Biddeford Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 1st – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (207) 282-8285
- Area population (ZIP 04005)
- 24,698
- Area average commute
- 23.3 min
- Area median age
- 37.1
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 04005; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2021; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.