Very Good
#181 of 542 schools in ME
Top 33% in state
Captain Albert W. Stevens School
Elementary School · RSU 71
31 Elementary Avenue, Belfast, ME 04915
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#181 of 542
In Belfast
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
RSU 71
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Captain Albert W. Stevens School
Elementary School in Belfast · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Captain Albert W. Stevens School
Captain Albert W. Stevens School is a public elementary school in Belfast, ME, part of RSU 71. Captain Albert W.
Stevens School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Captain Albert W. Stevens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #181 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Captain Albert W. Stevens School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Captain Albert W. Stevens School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Captain Albert W. Stevens School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at Captain Albert W. Stevens 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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Captain Albert W. Stevens School — Students at Captain Albert W. Stevens School score 77% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 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: 9.6/10.
How Captain Albert W. Stevens School Compares
See how Captain Albert W. Stevens 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
31 Elementary Avenue, Belfast, ME 04915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Captain Albert W. Stevens School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ames Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Searsmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monroe Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adams School (rated 8.0/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Castine), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belfast, see our Belfast schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast Area High School Belfast | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Troy A Howard Middle School Belfast | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| East Belfast School Belfast | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Searsport District High School Searsport | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Searsport District Middle School Searsport | 5.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Searsport Elementary Searsport | 5.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Kermit S Nickerson School Swanville | 7.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Gladys Weymouth Elem School Morrill | 6.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincolnville Central School Lincolnville | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Islesboro Central School Islesboro | 11.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Morse Memorial School Brooks | 11.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Ames Elementary School Searsmont | 9.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Monroe Elementary School Monroe | 13.6 mi | 8.2 |
| WAYFINDER SCHOOLS Camden | 14.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden | 14.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Adams School Castine | 10.7 mi | 8.0 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Camden | 14.8 mi | — |
| ASHWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Rockport | 16.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,083
Median Home Value
$261,900
Median Rent
$1,009/mo
Population
9,030
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
53.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bowdoin Central School Bowdoin, ME | 7.0 |
| Chelsea Elementary School Chelsea, ME | 7.0 |
| Jefferson Village School Damariscotta, ME | 7.0 |
| Mill Pond School Hodgdon, ME | 7.0 |
| Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford, ME | 7.1 |
| Crescent Park School Bethel, ME | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Captain Albert W. Stevens School
What grades does Captain Albert W. Stevens School serve?
Captain Albert W. Stevens School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Captain Albert W. Stevens School?
Captain Albert W. Stevens School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Captain Albert W. Stevens School?
The student-teacher ratio at Captain Albert W. Stevens School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Captain Albert W. Stevens School rank in ME?
Captain Albert W. Stevens School ranks #181 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Captain Albert W. Stevens School's MySchoolScout rating?
Captain Albert W. Stevens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Captain Albert W. Stevens School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Captain Albert W. Stevens School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Captain Albert W. Stevens School a charter school?
No, Captain Albert W. Stevens School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Captain Albert W. Stevens School a Title I school?
No, Captain Albert W. Stevens School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Captain Albert W. Stevens School?
44.1% of students at Captain Albert W. Stevens 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (207) 338-3510
Resources & Links
District
RSU 71- District Enrollment
- 1,418
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,807
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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