Needs Improvement
#534 of 542 schools in ME
Guy E Rowe School
Elementary School · RSU 17/MSAD 17
219 Main Street, Norway, ME 04268
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#534 of 542
In district
#8 of 10
RSU 17/MSAD 17
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Guy E Rowe School
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About Guy E Rowe School
Guy E Rowe School is a public elementary school in Norway, ME, part of RSU 17/MSAD 17. Guy E Rowe School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Guy E Rowe School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #534 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Guy E Rowe School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.5
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Guy E Rowe 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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Guy E Rowe School — Students at Guy E Rowe School score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64%
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: 2.0/10.
How Guy E Rowe School Compares
See how Guy E Rowe 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
219 Main Street, Norway, ME 04268
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guy E Rowe School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Otisfield Community School (rated 6.6/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Otisfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodstock School (rated 6.6/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Bryant Pond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hartford-Sumner Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Sumner), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norway, see our Norway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S Paris | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Oxford Hills Middle School Paris | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Paris Elementary School Paris | 2.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Oxford Elementary School Oxford | 5.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Agnes Gray School West Paris | 8.1 mi | 3.5 |
| FORESTDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bryant Pond | 10.4 mi | — |
| Otisfield Community School Otisfield | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Elm Street School-Mechanic Falls Mechanic Falls | 10.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Poland Regional H S Poland | 11.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Bruce M Whittier Middle School Poland | 11.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Hebron Station School Hebron | 9.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Harrison Elementary Harrison | 11.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Waterford Memorial School Waterford | 9.4 mi | 1.8 |
| Buckfield Jr-Sr High School Buckfield | 10.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BRIDGTON ACADEMY North Bridgton | 11.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Poland Community School Poland | 12.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner | 12.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Woodstock School Bryant Pond | 14.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Minot Consolidated School Minot | 12.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Crooked River Elementary Casco | 15.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04268 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,162
Median Home Value
$184,700
Median Rent
$758/mo
Population
5,168
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
74.4%
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
52
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| W G Mallett School Farmington, ME | 2.5 |
| Thomas J McMahon Elementary Sch Lewiston, ME | 2.7 |
| Farwell Elementary School Lewiston, ME | 2.8 |
| Paris Elementary School Paris, ME | 2.8 |
| Sylvio J Gilbert School Augusta, ME | 2.8 |
| Houlton Elementary School Houlton, ME | 2.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guy E Rowe School
What grades does Guy E Rowe School serve?
Guy E Rowe School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Guy E Rowe School?
Guy E Rowe School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guy E Rowe School?
The student-teacher ratio at Guy E Rowe School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Guy E Rowe School rank in ME?
Guy E Rowe School ranks #534 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Guy E Rowe School's MySchoolScout rating?
Guy E Rowe School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Guy E Rowe School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guy E Rowe School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Guy E Rowe School a charter school?
No, Guy E Rowe School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Guy E Rowe School a Title I school?
No, Guy E Rowe School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guy E Rowe School?
64.0% of students at Guy E Rowe 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Oxford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (207) 743-5183
Resources & Links
District
RSU 17/MSAD 17- District Enrollment
- 3,172
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,949
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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