Below Average
#481 of 542 schools in ME
Searsport Elementary
Elementary School · RSU 20
30 Mortland Road, Searsport, ME 04974
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#481 of 542
In Searsport
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
RSU 20
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Searsport Elementary
Searsport Elementary is a public elementary school in Searsport, ME, part of RSU 20. Searsport Elementary serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Searsport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Searsport Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, Searsport Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Searsport Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
43% of students at Searsport Elementary 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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Searsport Elementary — Students at Searsport Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
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: 2.2/10.
How Searsport Elementary Compares
See how Searsport Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 Mortland Road, Searsport, ME 04974
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Searsport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monroe Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adams School (rated 8.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Castine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, G Herbert Jewett School (rated 7.7/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Bucksport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Searsport, see our Searsport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Searsport District Middle School Searsport | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Searsport District High School Searsport | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| East Belfast School Belfast | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Kermit S Nickerson School Swanville | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport | 6.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Captain Albert W. Stevens School Belfast | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Belfast Area High School Belfast | 5.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Troy A Howard Middle School Belfast | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Adams School Castine | 8.1 mi | 8.0 |
| REACH SCHOOL Bucksport | 9.9 mi | — |
| BUCKSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bucksport | 9.9 mi | — |
| Monroe Elementary School Monroe | 11.4 mi | 8.2 |
| G Herbert Jewett School Bucksport | 10.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Bucksport High School Bucksport | 10.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Samuel L Wagner Middle School Winterport | 12.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Brooksville Elementary School Brooksville | 9.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Leroy H Smith School Winterport | 12.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Miles Lane School Bucksport | 10.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Bucksport Middle School Bucksport | 11.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04974 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,283
Median Home Value
$242,200
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
2,649
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
64.8%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carrie Ricker School Litchfield, ME | 4.2 |
| Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary Sch Deer Isle, ME | 4.2 |
| Elm Street School-East Machias East Machias, ME | 4.2 |
| Somerset Elementary School Hartland, ME | 4.2 |
| Oxford-Cumberland Canal School Westbrook, ME | 4.3 |
| Helen S Dunn Elementary School Greenbush, ME | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Searsport Elementary
What grades does Searsport Elementary serve?
Searsport Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Searsport Elementary?
Searsport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Searsport Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Searsport Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Searsport Elementary rank in ME?
Searsport Elementary ranks #481 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Searsport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Searsport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Searsport Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Searsport Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Searsport Elementary a charter school?
No, Searsport Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Searsport Elementary a Title I school?
No, Searsport Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Searsport Elementary?
74.4% of students at Searsport Elementary 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
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (207) 548-2317
Resources & Links
District
RSU 20- District Enrollment
- 435
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,248
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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