Bucksport High School is a public high school in Bucksport, Maine, United States. It is part of Regional School Unit 25. Between 350 and 400 students study at Bucksport High School. It also provides a satellite program on campus for Hancock County Technical Center.
Serving 361 students in grades 9-12, Bucksport 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bucksport High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 138.4 square miles in Bucksport, ME. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the edge and a maximum reach of 11 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bucksport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bucksport High School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bucksport High School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bucksport High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#75 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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)36.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bucksport High School's ranking?
Bucksport High School is ranked #75 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Bucksport High School often compared to?
Bucksport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellsworth High School, Mt Desert Island High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bucksport High School?
The graduation rate of Bucksport High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Bucksport High School?
361 students attend Bucksport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bucksport High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bucksport High School?
Bucksport High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bucksport High School offer ?
Bucksport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bucksport High School part of?
Bucksport High School is part of RSU 25 School District.
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