Ralph M Atwood Primary School serves 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralph M Atwood Primary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ralph M Atwood Primary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
91%
86%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ralph M Atwood Primary School often compared to?
Ralph M Atwood Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George J Mitchell School, James H Bean School, Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Ralph M Atwood Primary School?
217 students attend Ralph M Atwood Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ralph M Atwood Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ralph M Atwood Primary School?
Ralph M Atwood Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ralph M Atwood Primary School offer ?
Ralph M Atwood Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralph M Atwood Primary School part of?
Ralph M Atwood Primary School is part of RSU 18 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/10/2010
My wife and I moved to Oakland primarily for its school system and now that my son has had 2 years (and one more to go) at Atwood I have to say that school has exceedingly caring and selfless teachers and administrators.
They've always been willing to work with and listen to any concerns my wife or I had. They've helped my son tremendously. They have been able to academically challenge him, even paring him with students in older grades in areas he is excelling at while helping him with any area (socially or acidemically) that he needs to work on.
The Principal puts out a monthly newsletter letting all parents know of the activities of the school as well as my son's teach likewise does the same with details about what is going on in her classroom.
The music and arts program is fantastic (the tribute to Eric Carle was visually stunning and the music and plays were adorable). The availablility of extracurricular activities kept at avery low cost to the parents is a huge plus. They offer Soccer, Basketball and T-Ball at the K-2 level (not sure what is available for later grades as my son isn't there yet).
The school itself is excellent and designed with students of pre-K through 2nd grade age.
I am thoroughly pleased with every aspect of this school.
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