Below Average
#473 of 542 schools in ME
Old Town Elementary School
Elementary School · RSU 34
576 Stillwater Avenue, Old Town, ME 04468
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#473 of 542
In Old Town
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
RSU 34
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Old Town Elementary School
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About Old Town Elementary School
Old Town Elementary School is a public elementary school in Old Town, ME, part of RSU 34. Old Town Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Town Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #473 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Old Town Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- ME avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Old Town Elementary School — Students at Old Town Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
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: 2.4/10.
How Old Town Elementary School Compares
See how Old Town 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
576 Stillwater Avenue, Old Town, ME 04468
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Town Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Veazie Community School (rated 9.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Veazie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Asa C Adams School (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Orono), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr Lewis S Libby School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Old Town, see our Old Town schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leonard Middle School Old Town | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Old Town High School Old Town | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Indian Island School Indian Island | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Dr Lewis S Libby School Milford | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Asa C Adams School Orono | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Orono High School Orono | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Orono Middle School Orono | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Eddington School Eddington | 6.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Veazie Community School Veazie | 6.6 mi | 9.6 |
| STILLWATER ACADEMY Bangor | 7.7 mi | — |
| Alton Elementary School Alton | 9.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Fruit Street School Bangor | 8.9 mi | 6.9 |
| William S. Cohen School Bangor | 8.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BANGOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bangor | 9.1 mi | — |
| Bangor High School Bangor | 8.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Mary Snow School Bangor | 9.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Bangor | 9.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bangor | 9.6 mi | 5.9 |
| BANGOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bangor | 8.6 mi | 5.0 |
| JOHN BAPST MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Bangor | 9.7 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04468 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,063
Median Home Value
$182,200
Median Rent
$980/mo
Population
9,163
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pine Street Elementary School Presque Isle, ME | 4.2 |
| Monmouth Memorial School Monmouth, ME | 4.4 |
| Benton Elementary School Benton, ME | 4.5 |
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot, ME | 4.5 |
| John F Kennedy Memorial School Biddeford, ME | 4.5 |
| Waldo T Skillin Elementary School South Portland, ME | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Town Elementary School
What grades does Old Town Elementary School serve?
Old Town Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Old Town Elementary School?
Old Town Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Town Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Town Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Town Elementary School rank in ME?
Old Town Elementary School ranks #473 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Old Town Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Town Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Old Town Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Town Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Old Town Elementary School a charter school?
No, Old Town Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old Town Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Old Town Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Town Elementary School?
57.6% of students at Old Town 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Penobscot County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (207) 827-1544
Resources & Links
District
RSU 34- District Enrollment
- 1,410
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,685
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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