Serving 722 students in grades 9-12, Brunswick 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Brunswick High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 54.3 square miles in Brunswick, ME. Typically, families can expect a driving distance of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brunswick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brunswick High School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1851
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brunswick 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 Brunswick High School is 0.38, 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
#148 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brunswick High School's ranking?
Brunswick High School is ranked #148 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Brunswick High School often compared to?
Brunswick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brunswick High School?
The graduation rate of Brunswick High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Brunswick High School?
722 students attend Brunswick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Brunswick High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brunswick High School?
Brunswick High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brunswick High School offer ?
Brunswick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brunswick High School part of?
Brunswick High School is part of Brunswick School District.
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