Needs Improvement
#500 of 542 schools in ME
Downeast School
Elementary School · Bangor Public Schools
100 Moosehead Blvd, Bangor, ME 04401
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#500 of 542
In Bangor
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Bangor Public Schools
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About Downeast School
Downeast School is a public elementary school in Bangor, ME, part of Bangor Public Schools. Downeast School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Downeast School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #500 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Downeast School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Downeast 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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Downeast School — Students at Downeast School score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
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: 3.0/10.
How Downeast School Compares
See how Downeast School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Moosehead Blvd, Bangor, ME 04401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Downeast School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brewer Community School (rated 7.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Brewer), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glenburn Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Glenburn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fruit Street School (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bangor, see our Bangor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PENOBSCOT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BANGOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bangor | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Bangor High School Bangor | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Fourteenth Street School Bangor | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Fairmount School Bangor | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Mary Snow School Bangor | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| James F. Doughty School Bangor | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Vine Street School Bangor | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN BAPST MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Bangor | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bangor | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Bangor | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Fruit Street School Bangor | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BANGOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bangor | 3.8 mi | — |
| William S. Cohen School Bangor | 3.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Patricia A Duran School Hermon | 3.8 mi | 3.4 |
| STILLWATER ACADEMY Bangor | 3.8 mi | — |
| Brewer Community School Brewer | 5.0 mi | 7.7 |
| NORTH STAR CHRISTIAN Hermon | 4.3 mi | — |
| Glenburn Elementary School Glenburn | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Hermon High School Hermon | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,136
Median Home Value
$229,600
Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Population
44,418
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eva Hoyt Zippel School Presque Isle, ME | 3.6 |
| Turner Elementary School Turner, ME | 3.6 |
| Vivian E Hussey School Berwick, ME | 3.6 |
| Biddeford Primary School Biddeford, ME | 3.7 |
| Mt View Elementary School Thorndike, ME | 3.5 |
| Park Avenue Elementary School Auburn, ME | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Downeast School
What grades does Downeast School serve?
Downeast School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Downeast School?
Downeast School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Downeast School?
The student-teacher ratio at Downeast School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Downeast School rank in ME?
Downeast School ranks #500 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Downeast School's MySchoolScout rating?
Downeast School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Downeast School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Downeast School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Downeast School a charter school?
No, Downeast School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Downeast School a Title I school?
No, Downeast School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Downeast School?
84.9% of students at Downeast 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Penobscot County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (207) 941-6240
Resources & Links
District
Bangor Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,434
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,728
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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