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Windham Primary School

Elementary School · RSU 14

24 Educational Way, Windham, ME 04062

Enrollment

726

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#354 of 542

In Windham

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

RSU 14

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Windham Primary School

5.8/10

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

Windham High School

7.3/10

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5.5/10

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About Windham Primary School

Windham Primary School is a public elementary school in Windham, ME, part of RSU 14. Windham Primary School serves approximately 726 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Windham Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Windham Primary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Windham 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,444
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Windham Primary School — Students at Windham Primary School score 84% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
82%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Windham Primary School Compares

See how Windham Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in ME
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Location

24 Educational Way, Windham, ME 04062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windham Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Narragansett Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Gorham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Falls Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Gorham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edna Libby Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Standish), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Windham, see our Windham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Windham High School Windham 0.2 mi 7.3
Windham Middle School Windham 0.3 mi 5.5
Manchester School Windham 3.2 mi 6.4
Great Falls Elementary School Gorham 3.7 mi 7.3
Narragansett Elementary School Gorham 7.0 mi 7.7
Edna Libby Elementary School Standish 5.7 mi 7.3
Village Elementary School-Gorham Gorham 7.7 mi 6.5
Congin School Westbrook 7.3 mi 5.9
Gorham High School Gorham 8.0 mi 7.0
Saccarappa School Westbrook 8.2 mi 5.6
Gorham Middle School Gorham 8.6 mi 6.4
Gray-New Gloucester Middle School Gray 8.4 mi 6.4
Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science Gray 8.1 mi 6.7
ROYAL ACADEMY EDUCATION INC. Gray 8.0 mi 6.5
Westbrook High School Westbrook 8.5 mi 6.1
Oxford-Cumberland Canal School Westbrook 8.6 mi 4.3
Russell School Gray 8.2 mi 6.3
Gray-New Gloucester High School Gray 8.6 mi 7.3
Gerald E Talbot Community School Portland 8.3 mi 6.2
George E Jack School Standish 7.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,946

Median Home Value

$370,900

Median Rent

$1,189/mo

Population

19,041

College Educated

42.1%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

42

Similar Schools

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Waterboro Elementary School East Waterboro, ME 6.1
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Winslow Elementary School Winslow, ME 6.1
Harrison Lyseth Elem School Portland, ME 5.4
Caribou Community School Caribou, ME 6.3
Fort Kent Elementary School Fort Kent, ME 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windham Primary School

What grades does Windham Primary School serve?

Windham Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Windham Primary School?

Windham Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 726 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Windham Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Windham Primary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windham Primary School rank in ME?

Windham Primary School ranks #354 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Windham Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Windham Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Windham Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windham Primary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Windham Primary School a charter school?

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

Is Windham Primary School a Title I school?

No, Windham Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windham Primary School?

20.5% of students at Windham 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

RSU 14
District Enrollment
3,101
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,444
District Rank
#4 of 6

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