Below Average
#479 of 542 schools in ME
Somerset Elementary School
Elementary School · RSU 19
45 Blake Street, Hartland, ME 04943
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#479 of 542
In district
#4 of 5
RSU 19
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Somerset Elementary School
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About Somerset Elementary School
Somerset Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hartland, ME, part of RSU 19. Somerset Elementary School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Somerset Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Somerset Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Somerset Elementary School 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.
39% of students at Somerset 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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Somerset Elementary School — Students at Somerset Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is below 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 6 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: 4.6/10.
How Somerset Elementary School Compares
See how Somerset Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 Blake Street, Hartland, ME 04943
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Somerset Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Athens Community School (rated 9.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Athens), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harmony Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Harmony), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Canaan Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Canaan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartland, see our Hartland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hartland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Vickery School Pittsfield | 7.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Warsaw Middle School Pittsfield | 7.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MAINE CENTRAL INSTITUTE Pittsfield | 8.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Manson Park School Pittsfield | 8.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Harmony Elementary Harmony | 8.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Nokomis Regional Middle School Newport | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Sebasticook Valley Elementary School Newport | 7.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Nokomis Regional High School Newport | 7.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Canaan Elementary School Canaan | 10.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Dexter Regional High School Dexter | 12.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Ridge View Community School Dexter | 12.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Athens Community School Athens | 11.4 mi | 9.3 |
| SPURWINK SCHOOL-CORNVILLE Cornville | 12.1 mi | — |
| Dimensions Academy Skowhegan | 12.4 mi | 1.4 |
| Clinton Elementary School Clinton | 17.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Maine Academy of Natural Sciences Hinckley | 18.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Troy Central School Troy | 17.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GLENN STRATTON LEARNING CENTER Hinckley | 17.9 mi | — |
| Piscataquis Community Secondary School Guilford | 19.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04943 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,638
Median Home Value
$143,600
Median Rent
$873/mo
Population
1,681
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
51.9
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 |
| Searsport Elementary Searsport, 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 Somerset Elementary School
What grades does Somerset Elementary School serve?
Somerset Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Somerset Elementary School?
Somerset Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerset Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Somerset Elementary School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Somerset Elementary School rank in ME?
Somerset Elementary School ranks #479 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Somerset Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Somerset Elementary School 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 Somerset Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Somerset Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Somerset Elementary School a charter school?
No, Somerset Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Somerset Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Somerset Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Somerset Elementary School?
74.4% of students at Somerset 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
- 223
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (207) 938-4770
Resources & Links
District
RSU 19- District Enrollment
- 1,871
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,864
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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