Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rose M Gaffney School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rose M Gaffney School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Rose M Gaffney School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rose M Gaffney School is 0.10, 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
#237 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Machias School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose M Gaffney School's ranking?
Rose M Gaffney School is ranked #237 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Rose M Gaffney School often compared to?
Rose M Gaffney Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Rose M Gaffney School?
321 students attend Rose M Gaffney School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rose M Gaffney School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose M Gaffney School?
Rose M Gaffney School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rose M Gaffney School offer ?
Rose M Gaffney School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rose M Gaffney School part of?
Rose M Gaffney School is part of Machias School District.
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