Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Blue Hill Consolidated School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Hill Consolidated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Blue Hill Consolidated School's student population of 243 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Hill Consolidated School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Hill Consolidated School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Hill Consolidated School's ranking?
Blue Hill Consolidated School is ranked #114 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Blue Hill Consolidated School often compared to?
Blue Hill Consolidated Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Surry Elementary School, Adams School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Blue Hill Consolidated School?
243 students attend Blue Hill Consolidated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Blue Hill Consolidated School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Hill Consolidated School?
Blue Hill Consolidated School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Blue Hill Consolidated School offer ?
Blue Hill Consolidated School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Blue Hill Consolidated School part of?
Blue Hill Consolidated School is part of Blue Hill School District.
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