Serving 696 students in grades 9-12, Marshwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marshwood High School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshwood High School 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 Marshwood High School 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
#187 out of 508 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
92%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Marshwood High School's ranking?
Marshwood High School is ranked #187 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Marshwood High School often compared to?
Marshwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennebunk High School, York High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshwood High School?
The graduation rate of Marshwood High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Marshwood High School?
696 students attend Marshwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Marshwood High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshwood High School?
Marshwood High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marshwood High School offer ?
Marshwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marshwood High School part of?
Marshwood High School is part of RSU 35/MSAD 35 School District.
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