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#220 of 542 schools in ME

Top 40% in state

Sea Road School

Elementary School · RSU 21

29 Sea Road, Kennebunk, ME 04043

Enrollment

294

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#220 of 542

In Kennebunk

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

RSU 21

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sea Road School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Kennebunk · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sea Road School

Sea Road School is a public elementary school in Kennebunk, ME, part of RSU 21. Sea Road School serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sea Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Sea Road School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • ME avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency93% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency93% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)90% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,300
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Sea Road School — Students at Sea Road School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 90%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.0% (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
82%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2021*
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2022
Math
92%
ELA
93%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Sea Road School Compares

See how Sea Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in ME
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

29 Sea Road, Kennebunk, ME 04043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sea Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C K Burns School (rated 8.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Saco), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyman Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Lyman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Young School (rated 8.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Saco), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kennebunk, see our Kennebunk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE NEW SCHOOL Kennebunk 0.8 mi
Kennebunk High School Kennebunk 1.7 mi 7.2
Kennebunk Elementary School Kennebunk 3.2 mi 3.3
Middle School of the Kennebunks Kennebunk 3.3 mi 7.1
Kennebunkport Consolidated Sch Kennebunkport 3.3 mi 5.1
Mildred L Day School Arundel 4.7 mi 7.8
Wells Junior High School Wells 4.8 mi 6.3
Wells High School Wells 4.9 mi 8.2
Wells Elementary School Wells 5.0 mi 5.5
Biddeford Primary School Biddeford 7.4 mi 3.7
Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford 7.4 mi 7.1
Biddeford Middle School Biddeford 7.4 mi 5.1
John F Kennedy Memorial School Biddeford 7.8 mi 4.5
Biddeford High School Biddeford 8.7 mi 6.3
Lyman Elementary School Lyman 9.2 mi 8.0
Governor John Fairfield School Saco 9.5 mi 7.5
C K Burns School Saco 9.7 mi 8.2
Young School Saco 10.2 mi 8.0
THORNTON ACADEMY Saco 10.0 mi 3.8
Saco Middle School Saco 10.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,204

Median Home Value

$460,600

Median Rent

$1,405/mo

Population

11,692

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

55.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sea Road School

What grades does Sea Road School serve?

Sea Road School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Sea Road School?

Sea Road School has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sea Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sea Road 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 Sea Road School rank in ME?

Sea Road School ranks #220 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Sea Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sea Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Sea Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sea Road School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sea Road School a charter school?

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

Is Sea Road School a Title I school?

No, Sea Road School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sea Road School?

9.9% of students at Sea Road 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

RSU 21
District Enrollment
2,401
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,300
District Rank
#4 of 6

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