Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belgrade Central School ranks in the top 10% 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 90-94% (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), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Belgrade Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Belgrade Central School's student population of 238 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Every Student, Every School, Every Day
Belgrade Central School ranks within the top 10% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belgrade Central 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
#35 out of 500 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Belgrade Central School's ranking?
Belgrade Central School is ranked #35 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Belgrade Central School often compared to?
Belgrade Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like China Primary School, Harmony Elementary 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 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Belgrade Central School?
238 students attend Belgrade Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Belgrade Central School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belgrade Central School?
Belgrade Central School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belgrade Central School offer ?
Belgrade Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belgrade Central School part of?
Belgrade Central School is part of Regional School Unit 18 School District.
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