Serving 683 students in grades 9-12, Kennebunk High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). 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 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Kennebunk High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kennebunk, ME, covering approximately 117.1 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennebunk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kennebunk High School's student population of 683 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Kennebunk High 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 Kennebunk High School is 0.15, 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
#237 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
92%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Bunky The Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennebunk High School's ranking?
Kennebunk High School is ranked #237 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Kennebunk High School often compared to?
Kennebunk High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wells High School, York High School, Noble High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% 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 Kennebunk High School?
The graduation rate of Kennebunk High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Kennebunk High School?
683 students attend Kennebunk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kennebunk High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennebunk High School?
Kennebunk High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kennebunk High School offer ?
Kennebunk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennebunk High School part of?
Kennebunk High School is part of RSU 21 School District.
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