MATINICUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Matinicus Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the RSU 65/MSAD 65 school district, located in Matinicus Isle Plantation, ME with about 3 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade.

Matinicus Elementary School is a unique educational institution located on Matinicus Isle, a remote island community situated about 20 miles off the coast of Maine. Because the island is accessible only by mail boat or private plane, the school serves as a vital anchor for the year-round resident population. It operates as a one-room schoolhouse, typically serving a very small number of students—often ranging from just a handful of children to none in certain years—across multiple grade levels.

Due to the island's isolation, the school experience is highly personalized and community-focused, often relying on a single teacher to facilitate instruction for all students regardless of their age or grade. The school functions as a cultural hub for the plantation, reflecting the self-reliant and tight-knit nature of the island’s inhabitants. While the institution faces the inherent logistical challenges of remote island life, it remains a testament to Maine’s commitment to providing accessible public education to even its most secluded offshore populations.

For more information, contact Matinicus Elementary School at (207) 366-3526 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.