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#226 of 542 schools in ME

Top 42% in state

Vine Street School

Elementary School · Bangor Public Schools

66 Vine Street, Bangor, ME 04401

Enrollment

176

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#226 of 542

In Bangor

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Bangor Public Schools

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Vine Street School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Bangor · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.6/10

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About Vine Street School

Vine Street School is a public elementary school in Bangor, ME, part of Bangor Public Schools. Vine Street School serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vine Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Vine Street School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 176 students, Vine Street 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,728
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

Vine Street School — Students at Vine Street School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2011
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2014
Math
54.5%
ELA
34.5%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2021*
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2022
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Vine Street School Compares

See how Vine Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
59th percentile in ME
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Location

66 Vine Street, Bangor, ME 04401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vine Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George B Weatherbee School (rated 8.4/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Hampden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brewer Community School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Brewer), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fruit Street School (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bangor, see our Bangor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
James F. Doughty School Bangor 0.2 mi 4.6
Fairmount School Bangor 0.5 mi 6.2
Fourteenth Street School Bangor 0.7 mi 6.1
JOHN BAPST MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Bangor 1.1 mi 4.5
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bangor 1.2 mi 5.9
Brewer Community School Brewer 1.5 mi 7.7
Mary Snow School Bangor 1.6 mi 6.5
Abraham Lincoln School Bangor 1.4 mi 4.9
BANGOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bangor 1.7 mi
Brewer High School Brewer 1.7 mi 6.1
Fruit Street School Bangor 1.9 mi 6.9
William S. Cohen School Bangor 1.9 mi 7.3
Bangor High School Bangor 2.5 mi 7.2
BANGOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bangor 3.6 mi 5.0
STILLWATER ACADEMY Bangor 3.1 mi
PENOBSCOT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor 3.2 mi 6.2
Downeast School Bangor 3.5 mi 3.6
Center Drive School Orrington 5.0 mi 6.5
George B Weatherbee School Hampden 4.6 mi 8.4
Earl C McGraw School Hampden 4.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,136

Median Home Value

$229,600

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

44,418

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

54.8%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bowdoinham Community School Bowdoinham, ME 6.6
Frank I Brown Elementary School South Portland, ME 6.6
Otisfield Community School Otisfield, ME 6.6
Woodland Consolidated Sch Woodland, ME 6.6
Acton Elementary School Acton, ME 6.5
James Otis Kaler Elementary School South Portland, ME 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vine Street School

What grades does Vine Street School serve?

Vine Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Vine Street School?

Vine Street School has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vine Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Vine Street School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vine Street School rank in ME?

Vine Street School ranks #226 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Vine Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Vine Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Vine Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vine Street School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Vine Street School a charter school?

No, Vine Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Vine Street School a Title I school?

No, Vine Street School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vine Street School?

57.4% of students at Vine Street 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Penobscot County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

District

Bangor Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,434
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,728
District Rank
#4 of 10

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