Serving 368 students in grades 3-6, Houlton Southside School ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Houlton Southside School serves the entire district of Houlton, ME, covering an area of approximately 152.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houlton Southside School's student population of 368 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Houlton Southside School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houlton Southside School is 0.30, 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
#163 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
83%
85%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houlton Southside School's ranking?
Houlton Southside School is ranked #163 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Houlton Southside School often compared to?
Houlton Southside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Pond School, Houlton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Houlton Southside School?
368 students attend Houlton Southside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Houlton Southside School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houlton Southside School?
Houlton Southside School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Houlton Southside School offer ?
Houlton Southside School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houlton Southside School part of?
Houlton Southside School is part of RSU 29/MSAD 29 School District.
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