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#402 of 542 schools in ME
Based on limited data
Spruce Mountain Primary School
Elementary School · RSU 73
107 Gibbs Mill Road, Livermore, ME 04253
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ME statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#402 of 542
In district
#4 of 4
RSU 73
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Spruce Mountain Primary School
Elementary School in Livermore · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Spruce Mountain Middle School
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Spruce Mountain High School
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About Spruce Mountain Primary School
Spruce Mountain Primary School is a public elementary school in Livermore, ME, part of RSU 73. Spruce Mountain Primary School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spruce Mountain Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #402 of 542 schools in ME.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Spruce Mountain Primary 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.
35% of students at Spruce Mountain Primary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Spruce Mountain Primary School Compares
See how Spruce Mountain Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
107 Gibbs Mill Road, Livermore, ME 04253
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spruce Mountain Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cape Cod Hill Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby New Sharon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy Hill School (rated 8.0/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Wilton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spruce Mountain Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Jay), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Livermore, see our Livermore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spruce Mountain Middle School Jay | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Spruce Mountain High School Jay | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Spruce Mountain Elementary School Jay | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Wayne Elementary School Wayne | 8.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Academy Hill School Wilton | 10.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Gerald D Cushing School Wilton | 10.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Leeds Central School Leeds | 10.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Fayette Central School Fayette | 8.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Turner Primary School Turner | 11.5 mi | 1.9 |
| Turner Elementary School Turner | 11.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Tripp Middle School Turner | 11.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Leavitt Area High School Turner | 11.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Turner | 12.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner | 10.4 mi | 5.9 |
| KENTS HILL SCHOOL Kents Hill | 10.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Buckfield Jr-Sr High School Buckfield | 12.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Mt Blue High School Farmington | 14.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Mt Vernon Elementary School Mount Vernon | 11.5 mi | 5.3 |
| W G Mallett School Farmington | 16.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Cape Cod Hill Elem School New Sharon | 14.6 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,691
Median Home Value
$184,900
Population
1,847
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
96.6%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
51.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eric L Knowlton School Berwick, ME | 5.3 |
| Lillian Parks Hussey School Augusta, ME | 5.3 |
| Poland Community School Poland, ME | 5.2 |
| Readfield Elementary School Readfield, ME | 5.2 |
| Harrison Lyseth Elem School Portland, ME | 5.4 |
| Ralph M Atwood Primary School Oakland, ME | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spruce Mountain Primary School
What grades does Spruce Mountain Primary School serve?
Spruce Mountain Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Spruce Mountain Primary School?
Spruce Mountain Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spruce Mountain Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spruce Mountain Primary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spruce Mountain Primary School rank in ME?
Spruce Mountain Primary School ranks #402 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Spruce Mountain Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Spruce Mountain Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Spruce Mountain Primary School a charter school?
No, Spruce Mountain Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spruce Mountain Primary School a Title I school?
No, Spruce Mountain Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spruce Mountain Primary School?
61.3% of students at Spruce Mountain Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Androscoggin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (207) 897-3355
Resources & Links
District
RSU 73- District Enrollment
- 1,418
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,330
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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