Serving 186 students in grades 7-8, Houlton Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Houlton Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Houlton, ME, encompassing approximately 152.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houlton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Houlton Junior High School's student population of 186 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Houlton Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houlton Junior High School is 0.39, 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
#375 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
12%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Judge
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houlton Junior High School's ranking?
Houlton Junior High School is ranked #375 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Houlton Junior High School?
186 students attend Houlton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Houlton Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houlton Junior High School?
Houlton Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Houlton Junior High School offer ?
Houlton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houlton Junior High School part of?
Houlton Junior High School is part of RSU 29/MSAD 29 School District.
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