Serving 908 students in grades 9-12, Massabesic High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 75-79% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Massabesic High School's student population of 908 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Massabesic High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Massabesic High School is 0.10, 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
#291 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Massabesic High School's ranking?
Massabesic High School is ranked #291 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Massabesic High School often compared to?
Massabesic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennebunk High School, Noble High School, Sanford 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Massabesic High School?
The graduation rate of Massabesic High School is 86%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Massabesic High School?
908 students attend Massabesic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Massabesic High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Massabesic High School?
Massabesic High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Massabesic High School offer ?
Massabesic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Massabesic High School part of?
Massabesic High School is part of RSU 57/MSAD 57 School District.
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