Serving 722 students in grades 9-12, Skowhegan Area High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (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 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skowhegan Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Skowhegan Area High School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skowhegan Area High School ranks within the top 10% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skowhegan Area High School is 0.13, 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
#42 out of 508 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
93%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Skowhegan Area High School's ranking?
Skowhegan Area High School is ranked #42 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% 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 Skowhegan Area High School?
The graduation rate of Skowhegan Area High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Skowhegan Area High School?
722 students attend Skowhegan Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Skowhegan Area High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skowhegan Area High School?
Skowhegan Area High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Skowhegan Area High School offer ?
Skowhegan Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Skowhegan Area High School part of?
Skowhegan Area High School is part of RSU 54/MSAD 54 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2012
as a student who has attended sahs, i was in many classrooms and had alot of opportunities. the help you with study groups and after school programs. study halls consist of several teachers and tech ready to help you learn. of course the teacher only shows up when your ready to learn(figuritively of course). my senior year i was a cheerleader for a short period and the opportunity to do something of this nature as a male was very awesome. everyone was accepting and it made it fun. i saw alot of great sportmanship in every aspect of the word. i think the tech center was an amazing idea. it helps students learn something they are interested in and use it for career oportunities as well, while learning of course.
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