Vinalhaven School

Vinalhaven School is a regular public school located in the remote rural setting of Vinalhaven, Maine. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, it offers a unique educational experience with an enrollment of 150 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.1:1. The school has 21 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing quality education.

Academically, Vinalhaven School ranks in the 59th percentile among Maine’s schools, placing it at number 222 out of 542. Students perform well above average in English Language Arts and Reading, with 65% scoring proficient or higher, while 59% achieve proficiency or better in Math. Though there is room for improvement in test scores, the school focuses on student development and offers a supportive learning environment.

Vinalhaven School's setting reflects its commitment to fostering close-knit community ties within this remote rural area of Knox County.

With an enrollment of 150 students, Vinalhaven 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 7.1:1, Vinalhaven 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, Vinalhaven 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.