Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elm Street School-east Machias ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Street School-east Machias's student population of 194 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elm Street School-east Machias is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
85%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
99%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Elm Street School-east Machias often compared to?
Elm Street School-east Machiasis often viewed alongside schools like Lubec Consolidated School, Bay Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Elm Street School-east Machias?
194 students attend Elm Street School-east Machias.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Elm Street School-east Machias students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Street School-east Machias?
Elm Street School-east Machias has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elm Street School-east Machias offer ?
Elm Street School-east Machias offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elm Street School-east Machias part of?
Elm Street School-east Machias is part of East Machias School District.
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