Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amanda C Rowe School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amanda C Rowe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Amanda C Rowe School's student population of 481 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Amanda C Rowe School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amanda C Rowe School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
7%
3%
Black
22%
5%
White
59%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amanda C Rowe School's ranking?
Amanda C Rowe School is ranked #378 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Amanda C Rowe School often compared to?
Amanda C Rowe Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow School-portland, Songo Locks School, Windham Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Amanda C Rowe School?
481 students attend Amanda C Rowe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Amanda C Rowe School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amanda C Rowe School?
Amanda C Rowe School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Amanda C Rowe School offer ?
Amanda C Rowe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amanda C Rowe School part of?
Amanda C Rowe School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Amanda C Rowe School located?
Amanda C Rowe School is located in the Nasons Corner neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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