Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fort O'brien School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort O'brien School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort O'brien School's student population of 57 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Fort O'brien School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort O'brien School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#492 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
White
100%
85%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort O'brien School's ranking?
Fort O'brien School is ranked #492 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Fort O'brien School?
57 students attend Fort O'brien School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fort O'brien School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort O'brien School?
Fort O'brien School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fort O'brien School offer ?
Fort O'brien School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort O'brien School part of?
Fort O'brien School is part of Machiasport School District.
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