Vinalhaven School is a kindergarten-through-twelfth-grade public school located at 22 Arcola Lane, Vinalhaven, an island located in mid-coast Maine, 75 miles east northeast of Portland. Vinalhaven School is divided into five teams: the K-2 Team, 3-5 Team, Middle School Team, High School Team and Discovery Team.
Serving 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Vinalhaven 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 7:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vinalhaven School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vinalhaven School's student population of 150 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vinalhaven 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 Vinalhaven School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vinalhaven School's ranking?
Vinalhaven School is ranked #382 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?
30-34% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Vinalhaven School?
The graduation rate of Vinalhaven School is 50%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Vinalhaven School?
150 students attend Vinalhaven School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Vinalhaven School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vinalhaven School?
Vinalhaven School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vinalhaven School offer ?
Vinalhaven School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vinalhaven School part of?
Vinalhaven School is part of RSU 08/MSAD 08 School District.
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