Serving 304 students in grades 4-5, Marshwood Great Works School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshwood Great Works School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Marshwood Great Works 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 Marshwood Great Works 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
#171 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshwood Great Works School's ranking?
Marshwood Great Works School is ranked #171 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Marshwood Great Works School often compared to?
Marshwood Great Works Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Marshwood Great Works School?
304 students attend Marshwood Great Works School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Marshwood Great Works School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshwood Great Works School?
Marshwood Great Works School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marshwood Great Works School offer ?
Marshwood Great Works School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshwood Great Works School part of?
Marshwood Great Works School is part of Regional School Unit 35/Maine School Administrative District 35.
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