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#301 of 542 schools in ME
Lincolnville Central School
Elementary School · Lincolnville Public Schools
523 Hope Road, Lincolnville, ME 04849
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#301 of 542
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Lincolnville Central School
Lincolnville Central School is a public elementary school in Lincolnville, ME, part of Lincolnville Public Schools. Lincolnville Central School serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincolnville Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Lincolnville Central School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Lincolnville Central 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.
38% of students at Lincolnville Central 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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Lincolnville Central School — Students at Lincolnville Central School score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
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: 4.3/10.
How Lincolnville Central School Compares
See how Lincolnville Central School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
523 Hope Road, Lincolnville, ME 04849
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincolnville Central School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ames Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Searsmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Appleton Village School (rated 8.0/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Appleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Union Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincolnville, see our Lincolnville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAYFINDER SCHOOLS Camden | 5.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Camden | 6.4 mi | — |
| ASHWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Rockport | 7.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Camden Hills Regional H S Rockport | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Camden-Rockport Elementary School Rockport | 7.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Ames Elementary School Searsmont | 7.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Hope Elementary School Hope | 7.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Troy A Howard Middle School Belfast | 9.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Gladys Weymouth Elem School Morrill | 10.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 9.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Captain Albert W. Stevens School Belfast | 9.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport | 9.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Appleton Village School Appleton | 7.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Belfast Area High School Belfast | 10.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Union Elementary Union | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| RILEY SCHOOL Rockport | 11.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PEN BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockland | 12.1 mi | 5.3 |
| East Belfast School Belfast | 11.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Oceanside High School Rockland | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04849 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,051
Median Home Value
$316,900
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
3,898
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
85.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
53.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carmel Elementary School Carmel, ME | 6.1 |
| Fourteenth Street School Bangor, ME | 6.1 |
| Bloomfield Elementary School Skowhegan, ME | 6.0 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL South Portland, ME | 6.0 |
| Margaret Chase Smith Sch - Skowhegan Skowhegan, ME | 6.0 |
| North Berwick Elementary School North Berwick, ME | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincolnville Central School
What grades does Lincolnville Central School serve?
Lincolnville Central School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lincolnville Central School?
Lincolnville Central School has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincolnville Central School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincolnville Central School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincolnville Central School rank in ME?
Lincolnville Central School ranks #301 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Lincolnville Central School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincolnville Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Lincolnville Central School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincolnville Central School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lincolnville Central School a charter school?
No, Lincolnville Central School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincolnville Central School a Title I school?
No, Lincolnville Central School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincolnville Central School?
34.6% of students at Lincolnville Central 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (207) 763-3366
Resources & Links
District
Lincolnville Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 215
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,799
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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