Wells High School is a public school located in Wells, Maine, United States. It has an enrollment of 423 students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 422 students in grades 9-12, Wells High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells High School's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Wells, ME, covering approximately 88.9 square miles. Families within this area typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wells High School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wells 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 Wells High School is 0.19, 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
#237 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
90%
85%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells High School's ranking?
Wells High School is ranked #237 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Wells High School often compared to?
Wells High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennebunk High School, Sanford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wells High School?
The graduation rate of Wells High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Wells High School?
422 students attend Wells High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wells High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells High School?
Wells High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wells High School offer ?
Wells High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells High School part of?
Wells High School is part of Wells-Ogunquit Csd School District.
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