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Mary Snow School

Elementary School · Bangor Public Schools

435 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401

Enrollment

243

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#239 of 542

In Bangor

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Bangor Public Schools

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Mary Snow School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Bangor · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mary Snow School

Mary Snow School is a public elementary school in Bangor, ME, part of Bangor Public Schools. Mary Snow School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Snow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Mary Snow School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • ME avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency88% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)83% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,728
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Mary Snow School — Students at Mary Snow School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.9% (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
72%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
85%
ELA
88%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Mary Snow School Compares

See how Mary Snow School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
56th percentile in ME
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

435 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary Snow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Veazie Community School (rated 9.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Veazie), which scores notably higher. Another option is George B Weatherbee School (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Hampden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brewer Community School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Brewer), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bangor, see our Bangor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN BAPST MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Bangor 0.8 mi 4.5
Abraham Lincoln School Bangor 0.9 mi 4.9
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bangor 0.9 mi 5.9
Fruit Street School Bangor 0.8 mi 6.9
Bangor High School Bangor 1.1 mi 7.2
BANGOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bangor 1.0 mi
William S. Cohen School Bangor 1.0 mi 7.3
James F. Doughty School Bangor 1.5 mi 4.6
Fairmount School Bangor 1.4 mi 6.2
Fourteenth Street School Bangor 1.4 mi 6.1
Vine Street School Bangor 1.6 mi 6.6
STILLWATER ACADEMY Bangor 1.6 mi
Brewer High School Brewer 2.6 mi 6.1
Brewer Community School Brewer 2.8 mi 7.7
BANGOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bangor 2.4 mi 5.0
PENOBSCOT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor 2.7 mi 6.2
Downeast School Bangor 2.8 mi 3.6
Veazie Community School Veazie 3.4 mi 9.6
Center Drive School Orrington 6.6 mi 6.5
George B Weatherbee School Hampden 6.2 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,136

Median Home Value

$229,600

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

44,418

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

54.8%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

40.8

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Hall-Dale Elementary Sch Hallowell, ME 6.5
James Otis Kaler Elementary School South Portland, ME 6.5
Bowdoinham Community School Bowdoinham, ME 6.6
Fort Fairfield Elementary School Fort Fairfield, ME 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mary Snow School

What grades does Mary Snow School serve?

Mary Snow School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Mary Snow School?

Mary Snow School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Snow School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary Snow School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mary Snow School rank in ME?

Mary Snow School ranks #239 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Mary Snow School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary Snow School 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 Mary Snow School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Snow School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mary Snow School a charter school?

No, Mary Snow School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mary Snow School a Title I school?

No, Mary Snow School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Snow School?

34.2% of students at Mary Snow 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Penobscot County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

Bangor Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,434
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,728
District Rank
#5 of 10

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