Gorham High School, is a public high school located in Gorham, Maine, United States. It houses grades 9–12. The school, in its current building, opened in 1959 and was renovated in 1971-72 and from 1993-1995.
Serving 813 students in grades 9-12, Gorham High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to 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 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gorham High School's student population of 813 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1880
School Rankings
Gorham High School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gorham High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
90%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorham High School's ranking?
Gorham High School is ranked #168 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Gorham High School often compared to?
Gorham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray-new Gloucester High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gorham High School?
The graduation rate of Gorham High School is 93%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Gorham High School?
813 students attend Gorham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Gorham High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gorham High School?
Gorham High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gorham High School offer ?
Gorham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gorham High School part of?
Gorham High School is part of Gorham School District.
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