Sanford High School is a public, co-educational, high school in Sanford, Maine, United States.
Serving 1,115 students in grades 9-12, Sanford 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 37% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanford High School's student population of 1,115 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sanford 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 Sanford High School is 0.27, 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
#422 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
4%
5%
White
85%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Oscar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanford High School's ranking?
Sanford High School is ranked #422 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Sanford High School often compared to?
Sanford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Massabesic High School, Wells High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sanford High School?
The graduation rate of Sanford High School is 91%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sanford High School?
1,115 students attend Sanford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sanford High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanford High School?
Sanford High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sanford High School offer ?
Sanford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanford High School part of?
Sanford High School is part of Sanford School District.
In what neighborhood is Sanford High School located?
Sanford High School is located in the South Sanford neighborhood of Sanford, ME. There are 1 other public schools located in South Sanford.
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