Freeport High School is a public high school in Freeport, Maine, United States for students in grades 9–12 residing in the towns of Freeport, Durham, and Pownal.
Serving 632 students in grades 9-12, Freeport 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 14% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is equal to the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeport 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
Freeport High School's student population of 632 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Black, Maroon
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Freeport 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 Freeport High School is 0.26, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#75 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
5%
5%
White
86%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Freeport Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeport High School's ranking?
Freeport High School is ranked #75 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Freeport High School often compared to?
Freeport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brunswick 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 Freeport High School?
The graduation rate of Freeport High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Freeport High School?
632 students attend Freeport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Freeport High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeport High School?
Freeport High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Freeport High School offer ?
Freeport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freeport High School part of?
Freeport High School is part of RSU 05 School District.
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