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#356 of 542 schools in ME

Fort O'brien School

Elementary School · Machiasport Public Schools

492 Port Road P.O. Box 37, Machiasport, ME 04655

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#356 of 542

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Fort O'brien School

Fort O'brien School is a public elementary school in Machiasport, ME, part of Machiasport Public Schools. Fort O'brien School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort O'brien School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Fort O'brien School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below ME schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Fort O'brien 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.

Test scores at Fort O'brien School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Fort O'brien School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress6.5Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change+0.57 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-11.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile8th

Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$23,714

Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

Fort O'brien School — Students at Fort O'brien School score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2010

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2011

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2012

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2013

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2015

Math

10%

ELA

49.5%

2016

Math

10%

ELA

49.5%

2017

Math

15%

ELA

54.5%

2018

Math

30%

ELA

69.5%

2019

Math

30%

ELA

69.5%

2020*

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2021*

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2022

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Fort O'brien School Compares

See how Fort O'brien School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.7/10

35th percentile in ME

Academic

2.5/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

6.5/10

Average

Environment

8.7/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

43%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

5 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

27.7%

Location

492 Port Road P.O. Box 37, Machiasport, ME 04655

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort O'brien School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lubec Consolidated School (rated 9.3/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Lubec), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harrington Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Harrington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jonesboro Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Jonesboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Machiasport, see our Machiasport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
WASHINGTON ACADEMY East Machias	3.2 mi	328	6.6
Elm Street School-East Machias East Machias	3.6 mi	194	4.2
Machias Memorial High School Machias	3.9 mi	167	4.8
Rose M Gaffney School Machias	4.0 mi	342	4.6
Bay Ridge Elementary Cutler	7.0 mi	42	6.8
Jonesboro Elementary School Jonesboro	9.5 mi	47	8.1
Whiting Village School Whiting	13.0 mi	22	—
Jonesport-Beals High School Jonesport	14.0 mi	58	7.7
Jonesport Elementary School Jonesport	14.1 mi	104	5.1
Edmunds Consolidated School Edmunds Township	16.6 mi	73	7.6
Beals Elementary School Beals	15.9 mi	37	5.8
Daniel W Merritt School Addison	15.5 mi	88	5.4
Pembroke Elementary School Pembroke	19.5 mi	63	7.6
Charlotte Elementary School Charlotte	22.4 mi	13	—
Alexander Elementary Alexander	28.1 mi	41	6.2
Harrington Elementary School Harrington	21.0 mi	129	8.3
Sipayik Elementary School Perry	25.2 mi	103	4.0
Lubec Consolidated School Lubec	23.1 mi	89	9.3
Perry Elementary School Perry	26.7 mi	72	7.4
Narraguagus High School Harrington	22.4 mi	319	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04655 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,188

Median Home Value

$193,300

Median Rent

$1,109/mo

Population

1,001

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

76.7%

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

47.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Alton Elementary School Alton, ME	57	5.8
Beals Elementary School Beals, ME	37	5.8
Brooksville Elementary School Brooksville, ME	40	5.5
CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast, ME	51	5.9
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Mt. Desert, ME	33	6.1
CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING Edgecomb, ME	65	5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort O'brien School

What grades does Fort O'brien School serve?

Fort O'brien School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Fort O'brien School?

Fort O'brien School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort O'brien School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort O'brien School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fort O'brien School rank in ME?

Fort O'brien School ranks #356 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Fort O'brien School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort O'brien School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fort O'brien School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort O'brien School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fort O'brien School a charter school?

No, Fort O'brien School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fort O'brien School a Title I school?

No, Fort O'brien School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort O'brien School?

42.6% of students at Fort O'brien 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 23 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 47
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Free/Reduced Lunch: 42.6%
Type: regular
Setting: Remote Rural
County: Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 27.7%
Phone: (207) 255-4575

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District

Machiasport Public Schools

District Enrollment: 64
Schools in District: 1
Per-Pupil Spending: $23,714
District Rank: #1 of 1

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