Elementary Schools in East Millinocket Public Schools

East Millinocket Public Schools in Maine has one elementary school, Opal Myrick Elementary School, which serves grades PK-4 and has a total enrollment of 142 students. While the school has some positive attributes, it faces several challenges that may be hindering its overall performance and student outcomes.

Opal Myrick Elementary School's statewide ranking has declined over the past few years, dropping from 90th out of 258 Maine elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 134th out of 290 in 2022-2023. The school's performance on state assessments is below the state average, with only 56% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 70% in Mathematics, compared to state averages of 64.63% and 48.68%, respectively. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 34.3%, which is significantly higher than the state average.

The school serves a student population that is predominantly white (95.07%), with relatively low racial diversity. Furthermore, the school has a high percentage of students (56.34%) who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. These factors, combined with the school's declining performance and high chronic absenteeism, suggest that Opal Myrick Elementary School may need targeted interventions and support to improve the educational experience and outcomes for its students.