Best Howland Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 228 students in Howland, ME.

The top ranked public schools in Howland, ME are Hichborn Middle School and Penobscot Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Howland, ME public schools have an score of 39% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and score of 86% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Howland have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.

Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Howland, ME (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Hichborn Middle School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 85-89%)
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23 Cross Street
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3113

Gr: 6-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Rank: #22.

Penobscot Valley High School

(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥80%)
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23 Cross Street
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3111

Gr: 9-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Howland, ME?

The top ranked public schools in Howland, ME include Hichborn Middle School and Penobscot Valley High School.

How many public schools are located in Howland?

2 public schools are located in Howland.

What is the racial composition of students in Howland?

Howland public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).