Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Patricia A Duran School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patricia A Duran School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Patricia A Duran School's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Patricia A Duran School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patricia A Duran School is 0.13, which is less 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
#226 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Patricia A Duran School's ranking?
Patricia A Duran School is ranked #226 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Patricia A Duran School often compared to?
Patricia A Duran Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Patricia A Duran School?
463 students attend Patricia A Duran School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Patricia A Duran School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patricia A Duran School?
Patricia A Duran School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patricia A Duran School offer ?
Patricia A Duran School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patricia A Duran School part of?
Patricia A Duran School is part of Hermon School District.
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