Serving 462 students in grades 9-12, Presque Isle High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is approximately equal to 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 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Presque Isle High School's student population of 462 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Presque Isle High School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Presque Isle High School is 0.17, 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
#146 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
91%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Presque Isle High School's ranking?
Presque Isle High School is ranked #146 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Presque Isle High School often compared to?
Presque Isle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Kent Community High School, Houlton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Presque Isle High School?
The graduation rate of Presque Isle High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Presque Isle High School?
462 students attend Presque Isle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Presque Isle High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Presque Isle High School?
Presque Isle High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Presque Isle High School offer ?
Presque Isle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Presque Isle High School part of?
Presque Isle High School is part of RSU 79/MSAD 01 School District.
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