Excellent
#61 of 542 schools in ME
Top 11% in state
Based on limited data
Young School
Elementary School · Saco Public Schools
36 Tasker St, Saco, ME 04072
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ME statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#61 of 542
In Saco
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Saco Public Schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Young School
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About Young School
Young School is a public elementary school in Saco, ME, part of Saco Public Schools. Young School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Young School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 542 schools in ME.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- ME avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.7%
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 Young School Compares
See how Young School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
36 Tasker St, Saco, ME 04072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C K Burns School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Blue Point School (rated 7.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Scarborough), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mildred L Day School (rated 7.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Arundel), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saco, see our Saco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THORNTON ACADEMY Saco | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| THE SCHOOL AT SWEETSER Saco | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| C K Burns School Saco | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Governor John Fairfield School Saco | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Saco Middle School Saco | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Biddeford High School Biddeford | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Saco Pre-K Saco | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| John F Kennedy Memorial School Biddeford | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Biddeford Middle School Biddeford | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Biddeford Primary School Biddeford | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Old Orchard Beach High School Old Orchard Beach | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Jameson Elementary School Old Orchard Beach | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Loranger Memorial School Old Orchard Beach | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Blue Point School Scarborough | 5.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Mildred L Day School Arundel | 6.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Scarborough Middle School Scarborough | 8.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Wentworth School Scarborough | 8.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Scarborough High School Scarborough | 8.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Kennebunk Elementary School Kennebunk | 8.5 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,328
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
20,636
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calais Elementary School Calais, ME | 8.0 |
| Lyman Elementary School Lyman, ME | 8.0 |
| Ocean Avenue Portland, ME | 8.0 |
| Blue Point School Scarborough, ME | 7.9 |
| Pleasant Hill School Scarborough, ME | 8.1 |
| Sanford Pride Elementary School Sanford, ME | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young School
What grades does Young School serve?
Young School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Young School?
Young School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young School?
The student-teacher ratio at Young School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young School rank in ME?
Young School ranks #61 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Young School's MySchoolScout rating?
Young School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Young School a charter school?
No, Young School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young School a Title I school?
No, Young School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young School?
22.7% of students at Young 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (207) 284-7053
Resources & Links
District
Saco Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,806
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,163
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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