For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,296 students in 04101, ME.
The top-ranked public high schools in 04101, ME are Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences and Portland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 04101 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Maine public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 83% statewide average). High schools in 04101, ME have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maine public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 04101 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Maine average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maine or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public high school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04101, ME Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences
Charter School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
185 Lancaster Street
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 699-5500
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 699-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Portland High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
284 Cumberland Av
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 874-8250
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 874-8250
Gr: 9-12 | 912 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
04101, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
180 Falmouth St
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 874-8180
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 874-8180
Gr: K-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 04101, ME?
The top-ranked public high schools in 04101, ME include Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences and Portland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 04101?
2 public high schools are located in 04101.
What is the racial composition of students in 04101?
04101 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public high schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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