Needs Improvement
#538 of 542 schools in ME
Houlton Elementary School
Elementary School · RSU 29/MSAD 29
60 South Street, Houlton, ME 04730
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#538 of 542
In Houlton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
RSU 29/MSAD 29
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Houlton Elementary School
Elementary School in Houlton · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Houlton Southside School
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About Houlton Elementary School
Houlton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Houlton, ME, part of RSU 29/MSAD 29. Houlton Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Houlton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #538 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Houlton Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.5
- ME avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Houlton Elementary School — Students at Houlton Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2012-13)
Based on 10 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.
How Houlton Elementary School Compares
See how Houlton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 South Street, Houlton, ME 04730
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houlton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mill Pond School (rated 7.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Hodgdon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fort Street School (rated 6.9/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Mars Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Houlton Southside School (rated 4.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houlton, see our Houlton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
10 within 31.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Houlton Southside School Houlton | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| GREATER HOULTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houlton | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Houlton Junior High School Houlton | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Houlton High School Houlton | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Mill Pond School Hodgdon | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Hodgdon Middle/High School Hodgdon | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| So Aroostook School Dyer Brook | 16.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Central Aroostook Jr-Sr H S Mars Hill | 28.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Fort Street School Mars Hill | 28.5 mi | 6.9 |
| East Grand School Danforth | 31.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,345
Median Home Value
$123,500
Median Rent
$701/mo
Population
10,062
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
15.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Turner Primary School Turner, ME | 1.9 |
| W G Mallett School Farmington, ME | 2.5 |
| Farwell Elementary School Lewiston, ME | 2.8 |
| Paris Elementary School Paris, ME | 2.8 |
| Sylvio J Gilbert School Augusta, ME | 2.8 |
| Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School Pittston, ME | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houlton Elementary School
What grades does Houlton Elementary School serve?
Houlton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Houlton Elementary School?
Houlton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houlton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Houlton Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houlton Elementary School rank in ME?
Houlton Elementary School ranks #538 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Houlton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Houlton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 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 Houlton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houlton Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).
Is Houlton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Houlton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houlton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Houlton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houlton Elementary School?
69.4% of students at Houlton Elementary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Aroostook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (207) 532-2285
Resources & Links
District
RSU 29/MSAD 29- District Enrollment
- 1,262
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,994
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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