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#433 of 542 schools in ME

Robert V. Connors Elementary School

Elementary School · Lewiston Public Schools

400 Bartlett Street, Lewiston, ME 04240

Enrollment

739

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#433 of 542

In Lewiston

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Lewiston Public Schools

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Robert V. Connors Elementary School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Lewiston · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lewiston High School

3.5/10

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2.8/10

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About Robert V. Connors Elementary School

Robert V. Connors Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lewiston, ME, part of Lewiston Public Schools. Robert V.

Connors Elementary School serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert V. Connors Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Robert V. Connors Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 3.4
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Robert V. Connors Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,025
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Robert V. Connors Elementary School — Students at Robert V. Connors Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
32%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Robert V. Connors Elementary School Compares

See how Robert V. Connors Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
20th percentile in ME
Academic
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
71 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

400 Bartlett Street, Lewiston, ME 04240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Robert V. Connors Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acadia Academy School (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST DOMINIC ACADEMY-LEWISTON CAMPUS (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fairview School (rated 5.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Auburn), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lewiston, see our Lewiston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lewiston High School Lewiston 0.2 mi 3.5
Farwell Elementary School Lewiston 0.7 mi 2.8
Lewiston Middle School Lewiston 0.8 mi 3.3
ST DOMINIC ACADEMY-LEWISTON CAMPUS Lewiston 0.8 mi 5.9
Walton School Auburn 1.0 mi 2.7
CENTRAL MAINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lewiston 1.1 mi 6.3
SPURWINK-LEWISTON/AUBURN Lewiston 1.1 mi
Montello School Lewiston 1.5 mi 2.7
MARGARET MURPHY CENTER FOR CHILDREN-MAIN Lewiston 1.9 mi
Acadia Academy School Lewiston 1.7 mi 9.5
Sherwood Heights Elementary Sch Auburn 1.6 mi 4.9
Washburn School Auburn 1.8 mi 4.4
THE RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Auburn 1.7 mi
Edward Little High School Auburn 1.7 mi 5.1
Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School Lewiston 2.3 mi 3.9
Fairview School Auburn 2.2 mi 5.0
Thomas J McMahon Elementary Sch Lewiston 2.4 mi 2.7
Park Avenue Elementary School Auburn 2.3 mi 3.7
ANDROSCOGGIN LEARNING & TRANSITION CENTER Auburn 2.4 mi 8.2
Auburn Middle School Auburn 2.5 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,558

Median Home Value

$214,200

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

37,886

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Buxton Center Elementary School Buxton, ME 5.0
Fairview School Auburn, ME 5.0
Howard C Reiche Community Sch Portland, ME 5.1
Amanda C Rowe School Portland, ME 4.6
Benton Elementary School Benton, ME 4.5
Harrison Lyseth Elem School Portland, ME 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robert V. Connors Elementary School

What grades does Robert V. Connors Elementary School serve?

Robert V. Connors Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Robert V. Connors Elementary School?

Robert V. Connors Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert V. Connors Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Robert V. Connors Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robert V. Connors Elementary School rank in ME?

Robert V. Connors Elementary School ranks #433 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Robert V. Connors Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Robert V. Connors Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Robert V. Connors Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert V. Connors Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Robert V. Connors Elementary School a charter school?

No, Robert V. Connors Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Robert V. Connors Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Robert V. Connors Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert V. Connors Elementary School?

83.4% of students at Robert V. Connors 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
71
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Androscoggin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

District

Lewiston Public Schools
District Enrollment
5,147
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,025
District Rank
#1 of 7

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