Blue Hill Public Schools

Blue Hill Public Schools is a small school district in Maine that consists of a single elementary school, Blue Hill Consolidated School, serving grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 243 students. The school has consistently ranked among the top elementary schools in Maine, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger in the 2022-2023 school year and a high ranking of 50th out of 228 schools in 2020-2021.

Blue Hill Consolidated School's student population is predominantly white, with 95.88% of students identifying as such. The school has a relatively low percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with only 16.05% receiving free or reduced-price lunch. However, the school faces a challenge with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 27.9%, which may be an area of concern. On a positive note, the school has a low student-teacher ratio of 9, suggesting smaller class sizes and more individualized attention for students.

Overall, Blue Hill Public Schools appears to be a high-performing district with a single, consistently top-ranked elementary school. While the school lacks racial diversity, it provides a small-class environment and serves a relatively affluent student population. The high chronic absenteeism rate is an area that may require further investigation and improvement efforts.