Very Good
#165 of 542 schools in ME
Top 30% in state
Based on limited data
Dike-newell School
Elementary School · RSU 01 - LKRSU
3 Wright Drive, Bath, ME 04530
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ME statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#165 of 542
In Bath
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
RSU 01 - LKRSU
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Dike-newell School
Elementary School in Bath · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dike-newell School
Dike-newell School is a public elementary school in Bath, ME, part of RSU 01 - LKRSU. Dike-newell School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dike-newell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 542 schools in ME.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Dike-newell 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Dike-newell School Compares
See how Dike-newell School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3 Wright Drive, Bath, ME 04530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dike-newell School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Bath School (rated 9.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Bath), which scores notably higher. Another option is Georgetown Central School (rated 8.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phippsburg Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Phippsburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bath, see our Bath schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bath Middle School Bath | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Fisher-Mitchell School Bath | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HYDE SCHOOL Bath | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Morse High School Bath | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| West Bath School West Bath | 2.0 mi | 9.7 |
| Woolwich Central School Woolwich | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| CHOP POINT SCHOOL Woolwich | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MAINE COAST SEMESTER AT CHEWONKI Wiscasset | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| CHEWONKI ELEM/MIDDLE SCHOOL & MAINE COAST SEMESTER Wiscasset | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| PATHWAYS MERRY MEETING CENTER Brunswick | 5.5 mi | — |
| Phippsburg Elementary School Phippsburg | 7.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Bowdoinham Community School Bowdoinham | 7.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Harpswell Community School Harpswell | 7.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Kate Furbish Elementary School Brunswick | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Georgetown Central School Georgetown | 9.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Williams-Cone School Topsham | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt Ararat High School Topsham | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt Ararat Middle School Topsham | 7.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brunswick | 7.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodside Elementary School Topsham | 7.5 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,482
Median Home Value
$306,900
Median Rent
$980/mo
Population
11,564
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
47.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford, ME | 7.1 |
| Milo Elementary School Milo, ME | 7.1 |
| Whitefield Elementary School Whitefield, ME | 7.1 |
| Windsor Elementary School Windsor, ME | 7.1 |
| Wiscasset Elementary School Wiscasset, ME | 7.1 |
| Bowdoin Central School Bowdoin, ME | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dike-newell School
What grades does Dike-newell School serve?
Dike-newell School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Dike-newell School?
Dike-newell School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dike-newell School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dike-newell School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dike-newell School rank in ME?
Dike-newell School ranks #165 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Dike-newell School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dike-newell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dike-newell School a charter school?
No, Dike-newell School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dike-newell School a Title I school?
No, Dike-newell School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dike-newell School?
43.3% of students at Dike-newell 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 240
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Sagadahoc County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (207) 443-8285
Resources & Links
District
RSU 01 - LKRSU- District Enrollment
- 1,808
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,130
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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