Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Vine Street 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vine Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vine Street School's student population of 190 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Vine Street School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vine Street School is 0.35, which is more 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
#138 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
6%
5%
White
80%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bangor School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vine Street School's ranking?
Vine Street School is ranked #138 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Vine Street School?
190 students attend Vine Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Vine Street School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vine Street School?
Vine Street School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vine Street School offer ?
Vine Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vine Street School part of?
Vine Street School is part of Bangor School District.
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