Serving 502 students in grades 9-12, Waterville Senior 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waterville Senior High School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Waterville Panthers
School Rankings
Waterville Senior 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 Waterville Senior High School is 0.30, which is more 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
#396 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
83%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Waterville Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterville Senior High School's ranking?
Waterville Senior High School is ranked #396 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Waterville Senior High School often compared to?
Waterville Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Messalonskee High School, Winslow 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waterville Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Waterville Senior High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waterville Senior High School?
502 students attend Waterville Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Waterville Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterville Senior High School?
Waterville Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterville Senior High School offer ?
Waterville Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville Senior High School part of?
Waterville Senior High School is part of Waterville School District.
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