Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Maine Of Natural Sciences 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 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 85%).
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), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maine Of Natural Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maine Of Natural Sciences's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maine Of Natural Sciences ranks within the top 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maine Of Natural Sciences is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#250 out of 508 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
92%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine Of Natural Sciences's ranking?
Maine Of Natural Sciences is ranked #250 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maine Of Natural Sciences?
The graduation rate of Maine Of Natural Sciences is 50-59%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Maine Of Natural Sciences?
187 students attend Maine Of Natural Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Maine Of Natural Sciences students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maine Of Natural Sciences?
Maine Of Natural Sciences has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maine Of Natural Sciences offer ?
Maine Of Natural Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maine Of Natural Sciences part of?
Maine Of Natural Sciences is part of Maine Academy Of Natural Sciences School District.
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