Mattanawcook Academy is a public high school located in Lincoln, Maine, United States.
Serving 302 students in grades 9-12, Mattanawcook Academy 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mattanawcook Academy's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
White, Grey, Maroon
School Rankings
Mattanawcook Academy 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 Mattanawcook Academy is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lynx
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattanawcook Academy's ranking?
Mattanawcook Academy is ranked #484 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Mattanawcook Academy often compared to?
Mattanawcook Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Penobscot Valley High School, Bangor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mattanawcook Academy?
The graduation rate of Mattanawcook Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Mattanawcook Academy?
302 students attend Mattanawcook Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mattanawcook Academy students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattanawcook Academy?
Mattanawcook Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mattanawcook Academy offer ?
Mattanawcook Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattanawcook Academy part of?
Mattanawcook Academy is part of RSU 67 School District.
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