Very Good
#99 of 542 schools in ME
Top 18% in state
Conners-emerson School
Elementary School · Bar Harbor Public Schools
11 Eagle Lake Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#99 of 542
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Conners-emerson School
Elementary School in Bar Harbor · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Conners-emerson School
Conners-emerson School is a public elementary school in Bar Harbor, ME, part of Bar Harbor Public Schools. Conners-emerson School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Conners-emerson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Conners-emerson School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Conners-emerson School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Conners-emerson 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.
31% of students at Conners-emerson 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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Conners-emerson School — Students at Conners-emerson School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 88%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How Conners-emerson School Compares
See how Conners-emerson 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
11 Eagle Lake Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Conners-emerson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lamoine Consolidated School (rated 9.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Lamoine), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Ellsworth), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cave Hill Sch (rated 7.7/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Eastbrook), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bar Harbor, see our Bar Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Desert Island High School Mount Desert | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Mt. Desert | 5.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Mt Desert Elementary School Northeast Harbor | 7.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Sumner Memorial High School Sullivan | 9.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Sumner Middle Sch Sullivan | 9.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Cranberry Isles School Cranberry Isles | 9.9 mi | — |
| Hancock Grammar School Hancock | 10.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Pemetic Elementary School Southwest Harbor | 9.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Lamoine Consolidated School Lamoine | 8.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Trenton Elementary School Trenton | 8.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Mountain View Sch Sullivan | 11.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Peninsula Sch Prospect Harbor | 9.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Tremont Consolidated School Tremont | 11.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School Ellsworth | 15.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Ellsworth High School Ellsworth | 15.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Ella Lewis Sch Steuben | 15.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Swans Island Elementary School Swans Island | 17.3 mi | — |
| GRAHAM LAKE SCHOOL Ellsworth | 17.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Cave Hill Sch Eastbrook | 20.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Surry Elementary School Surry | 16.2 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,408
Median Home Value
$451,800
Median Rent
$1,190/mo
Population
5,198
College Educated
58.4%
Homeownership
73.7%
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
49.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Longfellow School-Portland Portland, ME | 7.6 |
| Stevens Brook School Bridgton, ME | 7.6 |
| Governor John Fairfield School Saco, ME | 7.5 |
| Mapleton Elementary School Mapleton, ME | 7.5 |
| Asa C Adams School Orono, ME | 7.7 |
| Eight Corners Elementary School Scarborough, ME | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Conners-emerson School
What grades does Conners-emerson School serve?
Conners-emerson School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Conners-emerson School?
Conners-emerson School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Conners-emerson School?
The student-teacher ratio at Conners-emerson School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Conners-emerson School rank in ME?
Conners-emerson School ranks #99 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Conners-emerson School's MySchoolScout rating?
Conners-emerson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Conners-emerson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Conners-emerson School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Conners-emerson School a charter school?
No, Conners-emerson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Conners-emerson School a Title I school?
No, Conners-emerson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Conners-emerson School?
15.0% of students at Conners-emerson 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (207) 288-3631
Resources & Links
District
Bar Harbor Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 346
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,931
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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