Average
#203 of 542 schools in ME
Top 37% in state
Friendship Village School
Elementary School · RSU 40/MSAD 40
PO Box 100, Friendship, ME 04547
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#203 of 542
In district
#3 of 7
RSU 40/MSAD 40
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Friendship Village School
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About Friendship Village School
Friendship Village School is a public elementary school in Friendship, ME, part of RSU 40/MSAD 40. Friendship Village School serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Village School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Friendship Village 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.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Friendship Village School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Friendship Village 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.
Score Breakdown
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Friendship Village School — Students at Friendship Village School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
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: 5.4/10.
How Friendship Village School Compares
See how Friendship Village 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
PO Box 100, Friendship, ME 04547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Village School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomaston Grammar School (rated 9.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Thomaston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ash Point Community School (rated 9.4/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Owls Head), which scores notably higher. Additionally, St George School (rated 8.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Tenants Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Friendship, see our Friendship schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cushing Community School Cushing | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| St George School Tenants Harbor | 6.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Miller School Waldoboro | 8.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Medomak Middle School Waldoboro | 9.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Medomak Valley High School Waldoboro | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Warren Community School Warren | 11.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Oceanside Middle School Thomaston | 9.9 mi | 7.3 |
| DAMARISCOTTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Nobleboro | 10.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Nobleboro Central School Damariscotta | 9.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Thomaston Grammar School Thomaston | 10.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Great Salt Bay Community School Damariscotta | 9.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Bristol Consolidated School Damariscotta | 10.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Monhegan School Monhegan Plantation | 15.1 mi | — |
| Union Elementary Union | 16.2 mi | 7.2 |
| South School Rockland | 13.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Ash Point Community School Owls Head | 13.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Jefferson Village School Damariscotta | 16.5 mi | 7.0 |
| South Bristol Elementary School Damariscotta | 13.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Oceanside High School Rockland | 14.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Hope Elementary School Hope | 17.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,618
Median Home Value
$265,300
Median Rent
$1,235/mo
Population
1,276
College Educated
42.1%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
55.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bay Ridge Elementary Cutler, ME | 6.8 |
| L'ECOLE FRANCAISE DU MAINE South Freeport, ME | 6.8 |
| Pownal Elementary School Pownal, ME | 6.8 |
| Moscow Elementary Bingham, ME | 6.9 |
| CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING Edgecomb, ME | 6.6 |
| Garret Schenck School Anson, ME | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Village School
What grades does Friendship Village School serve?
Friendship Village School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Friendship Village School?
Friendship Village School has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Village School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Village 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 Friendship Village School rank in ME?
Friendship Village School ranks #203 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Friendship Village School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Friendship Village School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Village School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Friendship Village School a charter school?
No, Friendship Village School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Friendship Village School a Title I school?
No, Friendship Village School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friendship Village School?
40.6% of students at Friendship Village 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 69
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (207) 832-5057
Resources & Links
District
RSU 40/MSAD 40- District Enrollment
- 1,782
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,717
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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