Below Average
#440 of 542 schools in ME
Machias Memorial High School
High School · Machias Public Schools
1 Bulldog Lane, Machias, ME 04654
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#440 of 542
In Machias
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Machias Public Schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Machias Memorial High School
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About Machias Memorial High School
Machias Memorial High School is a public high school in Machias, ME, part of Machias Public Schools. Machias Memorial High School serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Machias Memorial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #440 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Machias Memorial High School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, Machias Memorial High 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 Machias Memorial High 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, Machias Memorial High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Machias Memorial High School — Students at Machias Memorial High School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 8.9/10.
How Machias Memorial High School Compares
See how Machias Memorial High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Bulldog Lane, Machias, ME 04654
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Machias Memorial High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jonesport-Beals High School (rated 7.7/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Jonesport), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland Jr-Sr High School (rated 7.6/10, 30.4 miles away, in nearby Baileyville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby East Machias), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Machias, see our Machias schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rose M Gaffney School Machias | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Fort O'Brien School Machiasport | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| WASHINGTON ACADEMY East Machias | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Elm Street School-East Machias East Machias | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Jonesboro Elementary School Jonesboro | 7.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Jonesport-Beals High School Jonesport | 12.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Jonesport Elementary School Jonesport | 13.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Bay Ridge Elementary Cutler | 10.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Beals Elementary School Beals | 15.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Daniel W Merritt School Addison | 12.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Whiting Village School Whiting | 15.4 mi | — |
| Edmunds Consolidated School Edmunds Township | 17.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Pembroke Elementary School Pembroke | 19.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Charlotte Elementary School Charlotte | 22.1 mi | — |
| Harrington Elementary School Harrington | 18.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Alexander Elementary Alexander | 26.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Narraguagus High School Harrington | 19.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Woodland Jr-Sr High School Baileyville | 30.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Woodland Elementary School Baileyville | 30.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Milbridge Elementary School Milbridge | 23.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04654 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,049
Median Home Value
$164,200
Median Rent
$721/mo
Population
3,363
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dirigo High School Dixfield, ME | 4.8 |
| Telstar High School Bethel, ME | 5.3 |
| Maine Academy of Natural Sciences Hinckley, ME | 5.7 |
| Searsport District High School Searsport, ME | 5.8 |
| Overman Academy Skowhegan, ME | 3.4 |
| Carrabec High School North Anson, ME | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Machias Memorial High School
What grades does Machias Memorial High School serve?
Machias Memorial High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Machias Memorial High School?
Machias Memorial High School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Machias Memorial High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Machias Memorial High School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Machias Memorial High School rank in ME?
Machias Memorial High School ranks #440 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Machias Memorial High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Machias Memorial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Machias Memorial High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Machias Memorial High School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Machias Memorial High School a charter school?
No, Machias Memorial High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Machias Memorial High School a Title I school?
No, Machias Memorial High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Machias Memorial High School?
50.3% of students at Machias Memorial High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (207) 255-3812
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Machias Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 509
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,183
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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