Best Schools in Machias, Maine
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Machias by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Machias Memorial High School
High · Machias Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rose M Gaffney School
Elementary · Machias Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$164,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$164,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Machias
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Machias Memorial High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Rose M Gaffney School | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $48,049
- Median home value
- $164,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Machias compares
Median household income
$48k
67% of Maine median
About Schools in Machias, Maine
Machias, Maine is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Machias show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Machias is Machias Memorial High School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Machias is served by 1 school district: Machias Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 509 students.
Machias's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,049. The poverty rate in the area is 21.9%.
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 | 342 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 167 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
Schools in Machias
Machias, Maine · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,049
Median Home Value
$164,200
Median Rent
$721/mo
Population
3,363
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Community Profile
Machias has a median household income of $48,049. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,200, with a median rent of $721/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Machias, Maine
How many schools are in Machias, Maine?
Machias has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Machias, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Machias is 4.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Machias, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Machias on MySchoolScout is Machias Memorial High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Machias, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Machias on MySchoolScout is Rose M Gaffney School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Machias, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Machias on MySchoolScout is Machias Memorial High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Machias, Maine?
Machias is served by 1 school district: Machias Public Schools.
What is the education level in Machias, Maine?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Machias have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Machias, Maine?
The median household income in Machias is approximately $48,049 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Machias, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Machias is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Machias, 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.
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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.