Serving 120 students in grades 9-12, Ecology Learning Center 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ecology Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ecology Learning Center's student population of 120 students has grown by 155% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Ecology Learning Center 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 Ecology Learning Center is 0.17, 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
#438 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
91%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ecology Learning Center's ranking?
Ecology Learning Center is ranked #438 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ecology Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Ecology Learning Center is 80%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Ecology Learning Center?
120 students attend Ecology Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ecology Learning Center students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ecology Learning Center?
Ecology Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ecology Learning Center offer ?
Ecology Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ecology Learning Center part of?
Ecology Learning Center is part of Ecology Learning Center School District.
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