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H B Emery JR Memorial School

Elementary School · RSU 06/MSAD 06

908 Cape Road, Limington, ME 04049

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#216 of 542

In district

#2 of 8

RSU 06/MSAD 06

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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H B Emery JR Memorial School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Limington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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About H B Emery JR Memorial School

H B Emery JR Memorial School is a public elementary school in Limington, ME, part of RSU 06/MSAD 06. H B Emery JR Memorial School serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. H B Emery JR Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for H B Emery JR Memorial School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

H B Emery JR Memorial 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)83% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,630
Chronic Absenteeism21.2%

H B Emery JR Memorial School — Students at H B Emery JR Memorial School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
82%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How H B Emery JR Memorial School Compares

See how H B Emery JR Memorial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in ME
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

Location

908 Cape Road, Limington, ME 04049

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H B Emery JR Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dayton Consolidated School (rated 9.2/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Dayton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shapleigh Memorial School (rated 8.3/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Shapleigh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lyman Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Lyman), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Limington, see our Limington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Steep Falls Elementary School Steep Falls 5.2 mi 4.4
Bonny Eagle High School Standish 5.9 mi 4.9
Bonny Eagle Middle School Buxton 6.1 mi 4.8
NFI BUXTON - BEACON HOUSE Buxton 7.4 mi
Hollis School Hollis 8.3 mi 5.0
Waterboro Elementary School East Waterboro 9.8 mi 6.1
Sebago Elementary School Sebago 9.4 mi 7.8
Massabesic Middle School East Waterboro 10.2 mi 6.3
Line Elementary West Newfield 8.2 mi 5.0
George E Jack School Standish 8.0 mi 5.7
Sacopee Valley Elementary School Hiram 9.5 mi 5.8
Sacopee Valley Middle School Hiram 9.7 mi 7.4
Sacopee Valley High Sch Hiram 9.8 mi 5.6
Buxton Center Elementary School Buxton 9.9 mi 5.0
Edna Libby Elementary School Standish 9.5 mi 7.3
Massabesic High School Waterboro 13.3 mi 5.0
Dayton Consolidated School Dayton 13.9 mi 9.2
Shapleigh Memorial School Shapleigh 15.3 mi 8.3
Lyman Elementary School Lyman 17.1 mi 8.0
Alfred Elementary School Alfred 17.8 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,558

Median Home Value

$264,800

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

3,971

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

92.1%

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

48.8

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ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Augusta, ME 6.7
Belgrade Central School Belgrade, ME 6.8
China Primary School China, ME 6.8
Horace Mitchell Primary School Kittery Point, ME 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H B Emery JR Memorial School

What grades does H B Emery JR Memorial School serve?

H B Emery JR Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend H B Emery JR Memorial School?

H B Emery JR Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H B Emery JR Memorial School?

The student-teacher ratio at H B Emery JR Memorial School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H B Emery JR Memorial School rank in ME?

H B Emery JR Memorial School ranks #216 of 542 schools in ME.

What is H B Emery JR Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?

H B Emery JR Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 H B Emery JR Memorial School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, H B Emery JR Memorial School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is H B Emery JR Memorial School a charter school?

No, H B Emery JR Memorial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is H B Emery JR Memorial School a Title I school?

No, H B Emery JR Memorial School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H B Emery JR Memorial School?

34.1% of students at H B Emery JR Memorial 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

District

RSU 06/MSAD 06
District Enrollment
3,322
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,630
District Rank
#2 of 8

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