Serving 148 students in grades 6-12, Katahdin Middle/high School ranks in the top 20% 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 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katahdin Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Katahdin Middle/high School's student population of 148 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Katahdin Middle/high School ranks within the top 20% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katahdin Middle/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
#84 out of 508 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katahdin Middle/high School's ranking?
Katahdin Middle/high School is ranked #84 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
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 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Katahdin Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Katahdin Middle/high School is 80%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Katahdin Middle/high School?
148 students attend Katahdin Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Katahdin Middle/high School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katahdin Middle/high School?
Katahdin Middle/high School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Katahdin Middle/high School offer ?
Katahdin Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Katahdin Middle/high School part of?
Katahdin Middle/high School is part of RSU 89 School District.
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