Northport Public Schools

Northport Public Schools is a small school district in Maine, consisting of just one elementary school, Edna Drinkwater School, which serves grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 90 students. Despite its small size, Edna Drinkwater School stands out as a high-performing institution, ranking in the top 10% of elementary schools in the state and maintaining a consistent 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past three years.

Academically, Edna Drinkwater School outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency. With 79.66% of students proficient or better in ELA, 67.8% in Math, and 68.75% in Science, the school demonstrates a strong focus on student learning and achievement. Additionally, the school's low student-teacher ratio of 7.4 to 1 suggests that students may benefit from more individualized attention and support.

While the school faces a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.4%, it serves a diverse student population, with 36.67% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests that Edna Drinkwater School is effectively supporting students from various socioeconomic backgrounds and providing a high-quality education to the community of Northport Public Schools.