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#249 of 542 schools in ME
Top 46% in state
Based on limited data
Hall-dale Elementary Sch
Elementary School · RSU 02
26 Garden Lane, Hallowell, ME 04347
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#249 of 542
In district
#3 of 5
RSU 02
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Hall-dale Elementary Sch
Elementary School in Hallowell · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hall-dale Elementary Sch
Hall-dale Elementary Sch is a public elementary school in Hallowell, ME, part of RSU 02. Hall-dale Elementary Sch serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Hall-dale Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Hall-dale Elementary Sch show 87% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Hall-dale Elementary Sch 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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Hall-dale Elementary Sch — Students at Hall-dale Elementary Sch score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 84%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
How Hall-dale Elementary Sch Compares
See how Hall-dale Elementary Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
26 Garden Lane, Hallowell, ME 04347
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hall-dale Elementary Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manchester Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chelsea Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Chelsea), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Augusta), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hallowell, see our Hallowell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRENS CTR-EARLY INTERVEN AND FAM SUPPORT INC. Augusta | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hall-Dale Middle and High School Farmingdale | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln School Augusta | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Augusta | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Maine Virtual Academy Augusta | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Sylvio J Gilbert School Augusta | 3.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Lillian Parks Hussey School Augusta | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| SPURWINK-CHELSEA Chelsea | 3.3 mi | — |
| Maine Arts Academy School Augusta | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Farrington School Augusta | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Cony Augusta | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Cony Middle School Augusta | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Gardiner Area High School Gardiner | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Manchester Elementary School Manchester | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Gardiner Regional Middle School Gardiner | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Laura E Richards School Gardiner | 5.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School Pittston | 5.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Helen Thompson School West Gardiner | 5.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Chelsea Elementary School Chelsea | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| River View Community School South Gardiner | 8.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04347 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,811
Median Home Value
$266,700
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
2,570
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
57.3%
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acton Elementary School Acton, ME | 6.5 |
| Center Drive School Orrington, ME | 6.5 |
| Coastal Ridge Elementary York, ME | 6.5 |
| Mary Snow School Bangor, ME | 6.5 |
| Village Elementary School-Gorham Gorham, ME | 6.5 |
| Bowdoinham Community School Bowdoinham, ME | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hall-dale Elementary Sch
What grades does Hall-dale Elementary Sch serve?
Hall-dale Elementary Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hall-dale Elementary Sch?
Hall-dale Elementary Sch has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hall-dale Elementary Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Hall-dale Elementary Sch is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hall-dale Elementary Sch rank in ME?
Hall-dale Elementary Sch ranks #249 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Hall-dale Elementary Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Hall-dale Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Hall-dale Elementary Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hall-dale Elementary Sch has 87% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Hall-dale Elementary Sch a charter school?
No, Hall-dale Elementary Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hall-dale Elementary Sch a Title I school?
No, Hall-dale Elementary Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hall-dale Elementary Sch?
30.4% of students at Hall-dale Elementary Sch 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kennebec County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (207) 623-8677
Resources & Links
District
RSU 02- District Enrollment
- 1,440
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,473
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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