Skowhegan Area High School is a public high school in Skowhegan, Maine, United States. It is part of Maine School Administrative District 54 which includes the towns of Skowhegan, Canaan, Mercer, Smithfield, Cornville, and Norridgewock.
Serving 702 students in grades 9-12, Skowhegan Area High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 14:1 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 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 30% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Skowhegan Area High School's student population of 702 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1814
Colors
White, Black/Orange
School Rankings
Skowhegan Area High School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 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 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40-44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Osprey
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skowhegan Area High School's ranking?
Skowhegan Area High School is ranked #114 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, 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 86%.
How many students attend Skowhegan Area High School?
702 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, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 14:1, 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 5/1/2012
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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