Needs Improvement
#518 of 542 schools in ME
Meroby Elementary School
Elementary School · RSU 10
21 Cross Street, Mexico, ME 04257
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#518 of 542
In Mexico
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
RSU 10
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About Meroby Elementary School
Meroby Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mexico, ME, part of RSU 10. Meroby Elementary School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Meroby Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #518 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Meroby Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Meroby Elementary 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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Meroby Elementary School — Students at Meroby Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
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: 2.8/10.
How Meroby Elementary School Compares
See how Meroby Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
21 Cross Street, Mexico, ME 04257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meroby Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy Hill School (rated 8.0/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Wilton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dirigo Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Peru), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crescent Park School (rated 6.9/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Bethel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mexico, see our Mexico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Valley Middle School Mexico | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Rumford Elementary Rumford | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Mountain Valley High School Rumford | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| WEBB RIVER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Dixfield | 3.9 mi | — |
| T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School Dixfield | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Dirigo High School Dixfield | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Dirigo Elementary School Peru | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HEZION ACADEMY Peru | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Woodstock School Bryant Pond | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
| FORESTDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bryant Pond | 13.5 mi | — |
| Agnes Gray School West Paris | 15.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Andover Elementary School Andover | 12.1 mi | — |
| Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner | 15.2 mi | 5.9 |
| THE EDDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Newry | 13.5 mi | — |
| Telstar High School Bethel | 15.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Telstar Middle School Bethel | 15.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Crescent Park School Bethel | 16.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Gerald D Cushing School Wilton | 15.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Paris Elementary School Paris | 21.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Academy Hill School Wilton | 15.3 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,052
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
2,772
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Songo Locks School Naples, ME | 3.3 |
| Elm Street School-Mechanic Falls Mechanic Falls, ME | 3.4 |
| Farrington School Augusta, ME | 3.4 |
| Jameson Elementary School Old Orchard Beach, ME | 3.0 |
| Mt View Elementary School Thorndike, ME | 3.5 |
| Sebasticook Valley Elementary School Newport, ME | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meroby Elementary School
What grades does Meroby Elementary School serve?
Meroby Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Meroby Elementary School?
Meroby Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meroby Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Meroby Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meroby Elementary School rank in ME?
Meroby Elementary School ranks #518 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Meroby Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Meroby Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Meroby Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meroby Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Meroby Elementary School a charter school?
No, Meroby Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meroby Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Meroby Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meroby Elementary School?
69.3% of students at Meroby 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Oxford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (207) 364-3714
Resources & Links
District
RSU 10- District Enrollment
- 1,803
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,827
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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