Serving 12 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chebeague Island School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in ME)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chebeague Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chebeague Island School's student population of 12 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chebeague Island School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% ME state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% ME state average).
How many students attend Chebeague Island School?
12 students attend Chebeague Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Chebeague Island School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chebeague Island School?
Chebeague Island School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chebeague Island School offer ?
Chebeague Island School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chebeague Island School part of?
Chebeague Island School is part of Chebeague Island School District.
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