Serving 56 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cave Hill 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cave Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cave Hill School's student population of 56 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating students to be engaged, competent, life-long learners by ensuring opportunities to attain excellence.
School Rankings
Cave Hill 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 Cave Hill School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
87%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave Hill School's ranking?
Cave Hill School is ranked #161 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Cave Hill School?
56 students attend Cave Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cave Hill School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cave Hill School?
Cave Hill School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cave Hill School offer ?
Cave Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cave Hill School part of?
Cave Hill School is part of RSU 24 School District.
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