Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mill Pond School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Pond School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mill Pond School's student population of 289 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Mill Pond 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 Mill Pond School is 0.22, which is less 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
#25 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
88%
85%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Pond School's ranking?
Mill Pond School is ranked #25 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Mill Pond School often compared to?
Mill Pond Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houlton Elementary School, Houlton Southside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Mill Pond School?
289 students attend Mill Pond School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mill Pond School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Pond School?
Mill Pond School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mill Pond School offer ?
Mill Pond School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Pond School part of?
Mill Pond School is part of RSU 70/MSAD 70 School District.
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