Serving 306 students in grades 6-8, Houlton Junior High 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 82% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houlton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Houlton Junior High School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houlton Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houlton Junior High School is 0.27, which is more 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
#203 out of 508 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
85%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houlton Junior High School's ranking?
Houlton Junior High School is ranked #203 out of 508 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?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Houlton Junior High School?
306 students attend Houlton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Houlton Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houlton Junior High School?
Houlton Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Houlton Junior High School offer ?
Houlton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Houlton Junior High School part of?
Houlton Junior High School is part of RSU 29/MSAD 29 School District.
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