Serving 282 students in grades 9-12, Dexter Regional High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dexter Regional High School's student population of 282 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dexter Regional High School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dexter Regional High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter Regional High School's ranking?
Dexter Regional High School is ranked #146 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Dexter Regional High School often compared to?
Dexter Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bangor High School, Brewer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dexter Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Dexter Regional High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dexter Regional High School?
282 students attend Dexter Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dexter Regional High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dexter Regional High School?
Dexter Regional High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dexter Regional High School offer ?
Dexter Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dexter Regional High School part of?
Dexter Regional High School is part of MSAD 46 School District.
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