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#324 of 542 schools in ME
Boothbay Region Elem School
Elementary School · Boothbay-Boothbay Hbr CSD
238 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#324 of 542
In Boothbay Harbor
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Boothbay-Boothbay Hbr CSD
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Boothbay Region Elem School
Elementary School in Boothbay Harbor · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Boothbay Region Elem School
Boothbay Region Elem School is a public elementary school in Boothbay Harbor, ME, part of Boothbay-Boothbay Hbr CSD. Boothbay Region Elem School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Boothbay Region Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Boothbay Region Elem School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Boothbay Region Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at Boothbay Region Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Boothbay Region Elem School — Students at Boothbay Region Elem School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 84%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Boothbay Region Elem School Compares
See how Boothbay Region Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
238 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boothbay Region Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bristol Consolidated School (rated 8.4/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Damariscotta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Georgetown Central School (rated 8.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phippsburg Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Phippsburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boothbay Harbor, see our Boothbay Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boothbay Region High School Boothbay Harbor | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Southport Central School Southport | 3.7 mi | — |
| South Bristol Elementary School Damariscotta | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MAINE COAST SEMESTER AT CHEWONKI Wiscasset | 6.8 mi | 7.5 |
| CHEWONKI ELEM/MIDDLE SCHOOL & MAINE COAST SEMESTER Wiscasset | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING Edgecomb | 8.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING Edgecomb | 8.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Edgecomb Eddy School Edgecomb | 8.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Bristol Consolidated School Damariscotta | 6.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Georgetown Central School Georgetown | 7.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Wiscasset Elementary School Wiscasset | 10.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Wiscasset Middle/High School Wiscasset | 11.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Woolwich Central School Woolwich | 9.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Fisher-Mitchell School Bath | 9.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HYDE SCHOOL Bath | 9.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Dike-Newell School Bath | 10.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Phippsburg Elementary School Phippsburg | 10.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Bath Middle School Bath | 10.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Morse High School Bath | 10.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Great Salt Bay Community School Damariscotta | 13.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,000
Median Home Value
$369,600
Median Rent
$727/mo
Population
1,688
College Educated
45.4%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
64.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Elementary School Clinton, ME | 5.9 |
| Congin School Westbrook, ME | 5.9 |
| Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner, ME | 5.9 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Portland, ME | 5.9 |
| Bloomfield Elementary School Skowhegan, ME | 6.0 |
| North Berwick Elementary School North Berwick, ME | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boothbay Region Elem School
What grades does Boothbay Region Elem School serve?
Boothbay Region Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Boothbay Region Elem School?
Boothbay Region Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boothbay Region Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Boothbay Region Elem School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boothbay Region Elem School rank in ME?
Boothbay Region Elem School ranks #324 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Boothbay Region Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Boothbay Region Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Boothbay Region Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boothbay Region Elem School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Boothbay Region Elem School a charter school?
No, Boothbay Region Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boothbay Region Elem School a Title I school?
No, Boothbay Region Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boothbay Region Elem School?
33.0% of students at Boothbay Region Elem 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (207) 633-5097
Resources & Links
District
Boothbay-Boothbay Hbr CSD- District Enrollment
- 508
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,325
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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