Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#495 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
35%
5%
White
53%
85%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School is ranked #495 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School, Montello School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School?
474 students attend Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School?
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School offer ?
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School part of?
Thomas J Mcmahon Elementary School is part of Lewiston School District.
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