Serving 65 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peninsula School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peninsula School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Prospect Harbor, ME, covering an area of approximately 433.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 13.6 miles and the furthest edge located 34.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peninsula School's student population of 65 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
WE BELIEVE That we are actively involved in the education of all our citizens.
School Rankings
Peninsula School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peninsula School is 0.11, 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
#321 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peninsula School's ranking?
Peninsula School is ranked #321 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Peninsula School?
65 students attend Peninsula School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Peninsula School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peninsula School?
Peninsula School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peninsula School offer ?
Peninsula School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peninsula School part of?
Peninsula School is part of RSU 24 School District.
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