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Brooksville Elementary School

Elementary School · Brooksville Public Schools

1527 Coastal Road, Brooksville, ME 04617

Enrollment

40

Student-Teacher

5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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#372 of 542

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Brooksville Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Brooksville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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8.3/10

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About Brooksville Elementary School

Brooksville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooksville, ME, part of Brooksville Public Schools. Brooksville Elementary School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooksville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Brooksville Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below ME schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, Brooksville Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5:1 students to teachers, Brooksville Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Brooksville Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,149
Chronic Absenteeism60%

Brooksville Elementary School — Students at Brooksville Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2010
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2016
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
84.5%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
84.5%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Brooksville Elementary School Compares

See how Brooksville Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in ME
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
5:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.0%

Location

1527 Coastal Road, Brooksville, ME 04617

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooksville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penobscot Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Penobscot), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adams School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Castine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brooklin School (rated 7.8/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Brooklin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooksville, see our Brooksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Adams School Castine 2.1 mi 8.0
Penobscot Elementary School Penobscot 5.9 mi 8.3
Sedgwick Elementary School Sedgwick 5.0 mi 7.7
BLUE HILL HARBOR SCHOOL Blue Hill 8.0 mi 5.3
THE BAY SCHOOL Blue Hill 8.1 mi 5.8
Blue Hill Consolidated School Blue Hill 8.3 mi 5.1
Deer Isle-Stonington High Sch Deer Isle 10.9 mi 6.0
Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary Sch Deer Isle 10.9 mi 4.2
GEORGE STEVENS ACADEMY Blue Hill 8.4 mi 6.6
Searsport District High School Searsport 9.7 mi 5.8
Searsport District Middle School Searsport 9.7 mi 5.0
Searsport Elementary Searsport 9.8 mi 4.2
BUCKSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bucksport 12.7 mi
Bucksport High School Bucksport 12.9 mi 7.2
G Herbert Jewett School Bucksport 12.9 mi 7.7
REACH SCHOOL Bucksport 12.9 mi
Miles Lane School Bucksport 13.1 mi 6.2
Bucksport Middle School Bucksport 13.3 mi 6.5
Islesboro Central School Islesboro 11.7 mi 5.6
Brooklin School Brooklin 12.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,891

Median Home Value

$359,000

Median Rent

$1,398/mo

Population

649

College Educated

51.2%

Homeownership

90.2%

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

56.8

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Fort O'Brien School Machiasport, ME 5.7
Beals Elementary School Beals, ME 5.8
CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast, ME 5.9
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Mt. Desert, ME 6.1
Alexander Elementary Alexander, ME 6.2
RILEY SCHOOL Rockport, ME 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooksville Elementary School

What grades does Brooksville Elementary School serve?

Brooksville Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Brooksville Elementary School?

Brooksville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooksville Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooksville Elementary School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooksville Elementary School rank in ME?

Brooksville Elementary School ranks #372 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Brooksville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooksville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Brooksville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooksville Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brooksville Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brooksville Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooksville Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brooksville Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooksville Elementary School?

20.0% of students at Brooksville Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hancock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.0%

District

Brooksville Public Schools
District Enrollment
70
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,149
District Rank
#1 of 1

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