Best Schools in Cliff Island, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
Choosing a school in Cliff Island?
Use this page to compare every school in Cliff Island by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
How to read the page
Use these cues before treating a single rating as the whole decision.
Quality shifts by neighborhood
Schools just blocks apart can rate very differently — the map shows how ratings change across Cliff Island.
Top-rated isn't always best value
The ranking flags schools that score higher than their students' poverty level predicts.
Compare within a level
Filter the list to elementary, middle, or high to weigh only the schools your child is eligible for.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$838,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$838,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $85,625
- Median home value
- $838,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 54%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Cliff Island compares
Median household income
$86k
120% of Maine median
About Schools in Cliff Island, Maine
Cliff Island, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Cliff Island is served by 1 school district: Portland Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 6,649 students.
Cliff Island's community shows 54% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,625. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
Schools in Cliff Island
Cliff Island, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,625
Median Home Value
$838,500
Population
54
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Cliff Island has a median household income of $85,625. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $838,500. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Cliff Island, Maine
How many schools are in Cliff Island, Maine?
Cliff Island has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Cliff Island, Maine?
Cliff Island is served by 1 school district: Portland Public Schools.
What is the education level in Cliff Island, Maine?
According to Census data, 54% of adults in Cliff Island have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cliff Island, Maine?
The median household income in Cliff Island is approximately $85,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cliff Island, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cliff Island is 2.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cliff Island, Maine?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maine Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.