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Cranberry Isles School
Elementary School · Cranberry Isles Public Schools
PO Box 159, Cranberry Isles, ME 04625
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Cranberry Isles School
Cranberry Isles School is a public elementary school in Cranberry Isles, ME, part of the Cranberry Isles Public Schools. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math and 75% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,000, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, Cranberry Isles School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Cranberry Isles School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Cranberry Isles School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- PO Box 159, Cranberry Isles, ME 04625
- Phone
- (207) 244-3765
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 75% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
PO Box 159, Cranberry Isles, ME 04625
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cranberry Isles School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trenton Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Trenton). Another option is Lamoine Consolidated School (rated 7.2/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Lamoine). Additionally, Mountain View Sch (rated 7.0/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Sullivan). For more schools in Cranberry Isles, see our Cranberry Isles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Desert Elementary School Northeast Harbor | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Pemetic Elementary School Southwest Harbor | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Tremont Consolidated School Tremont | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Mt Desert Island High School Mount Desert | 8.7 mi | 8.1 |
| THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Mt. Desert | 8.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Conners-Emerson School Bar Harbor | 9.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Swans Island Elementary School Swans Island | 8.8 mi | — |
| Frenchboro Elementary School Frenchboro | 10.5 mi | — |
| Trenton Elementary School Trenton | 15.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Lamoine Consolidated School Lamoine | 16.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Peninsula Sch Prospect Harbor | 15.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hancock Grammar School Hancock | 19.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Sumner Memorial High School Sullivan | 18.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Sumner Middle Sch Sullivan | 18.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Brooklin School Brooklin | 15.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Mountain View Sch Sullivan | 21.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School Ellsworth | 22.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Surry Elementary School Surry | 20.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Ellsworth High School Ellsworth | 22.7 mi | 5.6 |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Blue Hill | 19.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,000
Median Home Value
$400,000
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
65
College Educated
49.1%
Homeownership
78.6%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
51.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cranberry Isles School has a median household income of $68,000. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $400,000, with a median rent of $1,125/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BANGOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bangor, ME | — |
| Chebeague Island School Chebeague Island, ME | — |
| FRASER-FORD CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Sanford, ME | — |
| Long Island Elementary School Long Island, ME | — |
| PINE GROVE SCHOOL Falmouth, ME | — |
| WFS PINELAND New Gloucester, ME | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cranberry Isles School
What grades does Cranberry Isles School serve?
Cranberry Isles School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cranberry Isles School?
Cranberry Isles School has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cranberry Isles School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cranberry Isles School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Cranberry Isles School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cranberry Isles School has 58.3% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cranberry Isles School a charter school?
No, Cranberry Isles School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cranberry Isles School a Title I school?
No, Cranberry Isles School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cranberry Isles School?
44.4% of students at Cranberry Isles School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (153/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Phone
- (207) 244-3765
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cranberry Isles Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $73,000
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