Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Piscataquis Community Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than 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 3% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piscataquis Community Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Piscataquis Community Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piscataquis Community Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#148 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 Piscataquis Community Elementary School's ranking?
Piscataquis Community Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Piscataquis Community Elementary School?
265 students attend Piscataquis Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Piscataquis Community Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piscataquis Community Elementary School?
Piscataquis Community Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Piscataquis Community Elementary School offer ?
Piscataquis Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piscataquis Community Elementary School part of?
Piscataquis Community Elementary School is part of Regional School Unit 80/Maine School Administrative District 04.
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