Dedham Public Schools

Dedham Public Schools is a small school district in Maine, consisting of a single elementary school, Dedham School, which serves grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 147 students. Despite its small size, Dedham School has consistently ranked among the top 55 elementary schools in Maine, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Dedham School's academic performance is particularly impressive, with a higher percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to both the Dedham Public Schools district and the state of Maine averages. In the 2024-2025 school year, 81.82% of Dedham School students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 78.46% for the district and 63.84% for the state. Similarly, 58.18% of Dedham School students were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to 55.38% for the district and 49.38% for the state.

Additionally, Dedham School has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 23.4%, which is lower than the state average. The school also maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 9.6, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. These factors, combined with the school's consistent high performance, make Dedham School a standout institution within the Dedham Public Schools district and the state of Maine.