Indian Island School serves 78 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79%
- Science Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Indian Island School's student population of 78 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Indian 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)
70-79%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
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
96%
33%
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 Indian Island School often compared to?
Indian Island Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Lewis S Libby School, Glenburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Indian Island School?
78 students attend Indian Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Indian Island School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Island School?
Indian Island School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian Island School offer ?
Indian Island School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Island School part of?
Indian Island School is part of Indian Island School District.
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