Serving 177 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dimensions Academy 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dimensions Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dimensions Academy's student population of 177 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dimensions Academy is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
56%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dimensions Academy often compared to?
Dimensions Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Athens Community School, Skowhegan Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% ME state average).
How many students attend Dimensions Academy?
177 students attend Dimensions Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dimensions Academy students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dimensions Academy?
Dimensions Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dimensions Academy offer ?
Dimensions Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dimensions Academy part of?
Dimensions Academy is part of Community Regional Charter School District.
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