Serving 385 students in grades 9-12, Maranacook Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maranacook Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maranacook Community High School's student population of 385 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
A Caring School Community Dedicated to Excellence
School Rankings
Maranacook Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maranacook Community High School is 0.12, 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
#261 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
94%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
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)31.4%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maranacook Community High School's ranking?
Maranacook Community High School is ranked #261 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maranacook Community High School?
The graduation rate of Maranacook Community High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Maranacook Community High School?
385 students attend Maranacook Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Maranacook Community High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maranacook Community High School?
Maranacook Community High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maranacook Community High School offer ?
Maranacook Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maranacook Community High School part of?
Maranacook Community High School is part of RSU 38 School District.
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