Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dyer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dyer Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Dyer Elementary 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 Dyer Elementary School is 0.41, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#208 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
10%
5%
White
76%
85%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dyer Elementary School's ranking?
Dyer Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Dyer Elementary School often compared to?
Dyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dora L Small Elementary School, Frank I Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Dyer Elementary School?
194 students attend Dyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dyer Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dyer Elementary School?
Dyer Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dyer Elementary School offer ?
Dyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dyer Elementary School part of?
Dyer Elementary School is part of South Portland School District.
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