Serving 170 students in grades 5-8, Holbrook 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 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holbrook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Holbrook School's student population of 170 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holbrook 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 Holbrook School is 0.10, 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)
50-54%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
95%
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
18%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Holbrook School's ranking?
Holbrook 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 Holbrook School?
170 students attend Holbrook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Holbrook School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holbrook School?
Holbrook School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holbrook School offer ?
Holbrook School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holbrook School part of?
Holbrook School is part of RSU 63/MSAD 63 School District.
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