Serving 41 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peaks 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 top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peaks Island School serves the eastern part of its school district in Peaks Island, ME, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being around 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peaks Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Peaks Island School's student population of 41 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peaks Island School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peaks Island School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peaks Island School's ranking?
Peaks Island School is ranked #201 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Peaks Island School?
41 students attend Peaks Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Peaks Island School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peaks Island School?
Peaks Island School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peaks Island School offer ?
Peaks Island School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peaks Island School part of?
Peaks Island School is part of Portland School District.
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