Serving 679 students in grades 3-5, Wentworth School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (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 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Wentworth 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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Wentworth School's student population of 679 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
The fundamental purpose of the Scarborough Public Schools is to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment where each and every 鈥媠tudent is empowered to be a resilient, lifelong learner who is prepared to engage as a contributing member of society.
Wentworth School ranks within the top 5% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wentworth School is 0.35, which is more 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
#21 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
80%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Wentworth School's ranking?
Wentworth School is ranked #21 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Wentworth School?
679 students attend Wentworth School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wentworth School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wentworth School?
Wentworth School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wentworth School offer ?
Wentworth School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wentworth School part of?
Wentworth School is part of Scarborough Public Schools.
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