Bangor High School, a member of the Bangor School System, is a high school in Bangor, Maine, United States. It has an enrollment of approximately 1,500 students in grades 9–12. It is Bangor's only public high school.
Serving 1,068 students in grades 9-12, Bangor High School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bangor High School serves the entire Bangor, ME school district, covering an area of approximately 34.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bangor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bangor High School's student population of 1,068 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1800
School Rankings
Bangor High School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bangor High School is 0.37, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
5%
5%
White
79%
85%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sam The Ram
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bangor High School's ranking?
Bangor High School is ranked #122 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Bangor High School often compared to?
Bangor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brewer High School, Hampden Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bangor High School?
The graduation rate of Bangor High School is 90%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bangor High School?
1,068 students attend Bangor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bangor High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bangor High School?
Bangor High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bangor High School offer ?
Bangor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bangor High School part of?
Bangor High School is part of Bangor School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
School's ok academically, but very poor as far as concerns, cares and responding to students with medical needs. Will be transferring my child to a smaller high school with hopes of better results.
5 10/10/2025
The school does a great job serving a large, economically and socially diverse community. The school has a large number of AP courses and regularly ranks in the top in the state in math, debate and other academic competitions. It has a large sports and arts program as well.
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