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Line Elementary

Elementary School · RSU 57/MSAD 57

818 Water Street, West Newfield, ME 04095

Enrollment

285

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#426 of 542

In district

#7 of 7

RSU 57/MSAD 57

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Line Elementary

5.0/10

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

Shapleigh Memorial School

8.3/10

8.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

H B Emery JR Memorial School

6.7/10

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About Line Elementary

Line Elementary is a public elementary school in West Newfield, ME, part of RSU 57/MSAD 57. Line Elementary serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Line Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #426 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Line Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Line Elementary 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 Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,891
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Line Elementary — Students at Line Elementary score 80% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
77%
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: 4.5/10.

How Line Elementary Compares

See how Line Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
22th percentile in ME
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Location

818 Water Street, West Newfield, ME 04095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Line Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Margaret Chase Smith (rated 8.6/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Sanford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shapleigh Memorial School (rated 8.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Shapleigh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sanford Pride Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Sanford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Newfield, see our West Newfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Shapleigh Memorial School Shapleigh 8.5 mi 8.3
H B Emery Jr Memorial School Limington 8.2 mi 6.7
Waterboro Elementary School East Waterboro 8.2 mi 6.1
Sacopee Valley Elementary School Hiram 10.7 mi 5.8
Sacopee Valley Middle School Hiram 10.7 mi 7.4
Massabesic Middle School East Waterboro 8.7 mi 6.3
Sacopee Valley High Sch Hiram 10.8 mi 5.6
Acton Elementary School Acton 10.7 mi 6.5
Massabesic High School Waterboro 10.0 mi 5.0
MAPLESTONE Acton 11.7 mi
Carl J Lamb School Springvale 13.8 mi 4.7
Sanford Middle School Sanford 14.2 mi 4.1
Sanford Pride Elementary School Sanford 14.4 mi 7.9
Alfred Elementary School Alfred 14.0 mi 5.7
ST THOMAS CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL Sanford 14.7 mi 5.3
Paul Elementary School Sanbornville 12.2 mi 3.6
Hollis School Hollis 11.9 mi 5.0
Steep Falls Elementary School Steep Falls 13.4 mi 4.4
Margaret Chase Smith Sanford 16.3 mi 8.6
Bonny Eagle High School Standish 12.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,188

Median Home Value

$289,300

Population

1,382

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

98%

Avg Commute

51.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

49.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Line Elementary

What grades does Line Elementary serve?

Line Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Line Elementary?

Line Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Line Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Line Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Line Elementary rank in ME?

Line Elementary ranks #426 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Line Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Line Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Line Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Line Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Line Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Line Elementary a Title I school?

No, Line Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Line Elementary?

43.9% of students at Line 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

RSU 57/MSAD 57
District Enrollment
2,935
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,891
District Rank
#7 of 7

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