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Cliff Island School
Elementary School · Portland Public Schools
PO Box 8, Cliff Island, ME 04019
Enrollment
2
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
2
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Cliff Island School
Elementary School in Cliff Island · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cliff Island School
Cliff Island School is a public elementary school in Cliff Island, ME, part of Portland Public Schools. Cliff Island School serves approximately 2 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 2 students, Cliff Island School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2:1 students to teachers, Cliff Island School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cliff Island School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 2 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Address
- PO Box 8, Cliff Island, ME 04019
- Phone
- (207) 766-2885
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 8, Cliff Island, ME 04019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cliff Island School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William H Rowe School (rated 8.1/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Yarmouth). Another option is FRIENDS SCHOOL OF PORTLAND (rated 7.3/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Cumberland Foreside). Additionally, Yarmouth Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Yarmouth). For more schools in Cliff Island, see our Cliff Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chebeague Island School Chebeague Island | 2.5 mi | — |
| Long Island Elementary School Long Island | 3.1 mi | — |
| Peaks Island School Peaks Island | 5.3 mi | 4.0 |
| FRIENDS SCHOOL OF PORTLAND Cumberland Foreside | 6.5 mi | 7.3 |
| L'ECOLE FRANCAISE DU MAINE South Freeport | 8.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PINE GROVE SCHOOL Falmouth | 6.4 mi | — |
| NORTH YARMOUTH ACADEMY Yarmouth | 8.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Yarmouth High School Yarmouth | 8.1 mi | 6.7 |
| William H Rowe School Yarmouth | 8.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Yarmouth Elementary School Yarmouth | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Frank H Harrison Middle School Yarmouth | 8.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Dora L Small Elementary School South Portland | 7.6 mi | 6.2 |
| East End Community School Portland | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL South Portland | 8.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Presumpscot School Portland | 7.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Frank I Brown Elementary School South Portland | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Mast Landing School Freeport | 11.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MAINE COAST WALDORF SCHOOL Freeport | 10.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Portland High School Portland | 8.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Freeport High School Freeport | 11.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,625
Median Home Value
$838,500
Population
54
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
81.6%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
67.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cliff Island School
What grades does Cliff Island School serve?
Cliff Island School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cliff Island School?
Cliff Island School has an enrollment of approximately 2 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cliff Island School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cliff Island School is 2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Cliff Island School a charter school?
No, Cliff Island School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cliff Island School a Title I school?
No, Cliff Island School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 2
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (207) 766-2885
Resources & Links
District
Portland Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,649
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,359
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