Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Cape Elizabeth High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 10:1 is lower 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: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cape Elizabeth High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 45.9 square miles in Cape Elizabeth, ME. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cape Elizabeth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cape Elizabeth High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
Campus Size
Large
School Rankings
Cape Elizabeth 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 Cape Elizabeth 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
#83 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
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)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cape Elizabeth High School's ranking?
Cape Elizabeth High School is ranked #83 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Cape Elizabeth High School often compared to?
Cape Elizabeth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falmouth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Cape Elizabeth High School?
The graduation rate of Cape Elizabeth High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Cape Elizabeth High School?
471 students attend Cape Elizabeth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cape Elizabeth High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cape Elizabeth High School?
Cape Elizabeth High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cape Elizabeth High School offer ?
Cape Elizabeth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cape Elizabeth High School part of?
Cape Elizabeth High School is part of Cape Elizabeth School District.
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