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3 schools in Machias

Maine · Public K-12

For families in Machias, public-school options total 3 K-12 schools, with combined enrollment near 494 (2 elementary and 1 high).

4-year change in Machias

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
494
+35 (+8%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
1,316
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
494
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
3
public K-12

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Coastal Wash Cty Inst of TechElementaryN-N·
Machias Memorial High SchoolHigh09-12173
Rose M Gaffney SchoolElementaryPK-08321

About Machias

Across Machias, Maine, 3 public schools instructs about 494 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city consists of 2 elementary, and 1 high.

Schools in Machias average about 165 students each, 44% below the Maine norm.

Looking at the last 4 years. Total public-school enrollment in Machias has increased 8% since SY 2020-21, moving from about 459 students to 494.

On allk12, the community for Machias discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Machias, Maine?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Machias, with a combined enrollment of about 494.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Machias?
Machias has 2 elementary schools and 1 high school.
What is the largest public school in Machias?
Rose M Gaffney School is the largest public school in Machias by enrollment, with approximately 321 students.
What school districts serve Machias?
Machias public schools are operated by Machias Public Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Machias cover?
Public schools in Machias serve students from pre-K through grade 12.