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#129 of 542 schools in ME

Top 24% in state

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary

Elementary School · Brunswick Public Schools

44 McKeen Street, Brunswick, ME 04011

Enrollment

508

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#129 of 542

In Brunswick

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Brunswick Public Schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary

7.3/10

Elementary School in Brunswick · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary is a public elementary school in Brunswick, ME, part of Brunswick Public Schools. Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • ME avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency84% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)85% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,082
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary — Students at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary score 84% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 85%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2011
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
83%
ELA
84%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary Compares

See how Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
76th percentile in ME
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Location

44 McKeen Street, Brunswick, ME 04011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Bath School (rated 9.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby West Bath), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kate Furbish Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morse Street School (rated 7.4/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Freeport), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brunswick, see our Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brunswick 0.3 mi 6.4
Brunswick Jr High School Brunswick 0.5 mi 6.8
Kate Furbish Elementary School Brunswick 1.0 mi 7.4
Woodside Elementary School Topsham 1.6 mi 5.4
Williams-Cone School Topsham 1.6 mi 5.5
Brunswick High School Brunswick 1.9 mi 8.3
Mt Ararat High School Topsham 2.3 mi 7.5
Mt Ararat Middle School Topsham 2.8 mi 5.8
PATHWAYS MERRY MEETING CENTER Brunswick 2.4 mi
Harpswell Community School Harpswell 5.6 mi 6.7
West Bath School West Bath 5.7 mi 9.7
Bowdoin Central School Bowdoin 8.6 mi 7.0
Bowdoinham Community School Bowdoinham 8.1 mi 6.6
Mast Landing School Freeport 7.0 mi 7.3
Philip W Sugg Middle School Lisbon Falls 8.1 mi 5.5
Morse High School Bath 6.7 mi 7.3
Lisbon High School Lisbon Falls 8.2 mi 6.3
Freeport Middle School Freeport 7.2 mi 8.0
Bath Middle School Bath 7.1 mi 6.0
Morse Street School Freeport 7.5 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,102

Median Home Value

$343,600

Median Rent

$1,341/mo

Population

22,081

College Educated

52.4%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

39.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Edna Libby Elementary School Standish, ME 7.3
Great Falls Elementary School Gorham, ME 7.3
Yarmouth Elementary School Yarmouth, ME 7.3
Dirigo Elementary School Peru, ME 7.2
Glenburn Elementary School Glenburn, ME 7.4
Kate Furbish Elementary School Brunswick, ME 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary

What grades does Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary serve?

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary?

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary rank in ME?

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary ranks #129 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary a charter school?

No, Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary a Title I school?

No, Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary?

27.4% of students at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

Brunswick Public Schools
District Enrollment
2,406
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,082
District Rank
#3 of 4

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