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#371 of 542 schools in ME
Edna Drinkwater School
Elementary School · Northport Public Schools
56 Bayside Road, Northport, ME 04849
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#371 of 542
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Edna Drinkwater School
Elementary School in Northport · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edna Drinkwater School
Edna Drinkwater School is a public elementary school in Northport, ME, part of Northport Public Schools. Edna Drinkwater School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Edna Drinkwater School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #371 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Edna Drinkwater School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Edna Drinkwater 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.
Test scores at Edna Drinkwater 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Edna Drinkwater School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Edna Drinkwater School — Students at Edna Drinkwater School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 10 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Edna Drinkwater School Compares
See how Edna Drinkwater 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
56 Bayside Road, Northport, ME 04849
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edna Drinkwater School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ames Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Searsmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adams School (rated 8.0/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Castine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Captain Albert W. Stevens School (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Belfast), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northport, see our Northport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Captain Albert W. Stevens School Belfast | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Troy A Howard Middle School Belfast | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| East Belfast School Belfast | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Belfast Area High School Belfast | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Searsport District High School Searsport | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Searsport District Middle School Searsport | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Searsport Elementary Searsport | 6.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Islesboro Central School Islesboro | 8.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Kermit S Nickerson School Swanville | 9.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Lincolnville Central School Lincolnville | 9.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Gladys Weymouth Elem School Morrill | 9.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Adams School Castine | 8.9 mi | 8.0 |
| WAYFINDER SCHOOLS Camden | 12.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden | 12.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Camden | 12.9 mi | — |
| Brooksville Elementary School Brooksville | 11.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Ames Elementary School Searsmont | 11.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Camden-Rockport Elementary School Rockport | 14.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Morse Memorial School Brooks | 13.9 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04849 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,051
Median Home Value
$316,900
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
3,898
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
85.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
53.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairfield Primary School Fairfield, ME | 5.5 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot, ME | 5.7 |
| Cushing Community School Cushing, ME | 5.4 |
| Daniel W Merritt School Addison, ME | 5.4 |
| Alton Elementary School Alton, ME | 5.8 |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Blue Hill, ME | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edna Drinkwater School
What grades does Edna Drinkwater School serve?
Edna Drinkwater School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Edna Drinkwater School?
Edna Drinkwater School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edna Drinkwater School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edna Drinkwater School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edna Drinkwater School rank in ME?
Edna Drinkwater School ranks #371 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Edna Drinkwater School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edna Drinkwater School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Edna Drinkwater School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edna Drinkwater School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019).
Is Edna Drinkwater School a charter school?
No, Edna Drinkwater School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edna Drinkwater School a Title I school?
No, Edna Drinkwater School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edna Drinkwater School?
36.7% of students at Edna Drinkwater 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
- 90
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (207) 338-3430
Resources & Links
District
Northport Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 93
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,179
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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