Serving 686 students in grades 9-12, Skowhegan Area High School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skowhegan Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Skowhegan Area High School's student population of 686 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1814
School Rankings
Skowhegan Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skowhegan Area High School is 0.13, 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
#230 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
93%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Skowhegan Area High School's ranking?
Skowhegan Area High School is ranked #230 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Skowhegan Area High School often compared to?
Skowhegan Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overman Academy, Messalonskee High School, Lawrence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skowhegan Area High School?
The graduation rate of Skowhegan Area High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Skowhegan Area High School?
686 students attend Skowhegan Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Skowhegan Area High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skowhegan Area High School?
Skowhegan Area High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Skowhegan Area High School offer ?
Skowhegan Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skowhegan Area High School part of?
Skowhegan Area High School is part of RSU 54/MSAD 54 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
as a student who has attended sahs, i was in many classrooms and had alot of opportunities. the help you with study groups and after school programs. study halls consist of several teachers and tech ready to help you learn. of course the teacher only shows up when your ready to learn(figuritively of course). my senior year i was a cheerleader for a short period and the opportunity to do something of this nature as a male was very awesome. everyone was accepting and it made it fun. i saw alot of great sportmanship in every aspect of the word. i think the tech center was an amazing idea. it helps students learn something they are interested in and use it for career oportunities as well, while learning of course.
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