Serving 241 students in grades 9-12, Winthrop 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than 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 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winthrop High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Winthrop, ME, encompassing approximately 37.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge, which extends up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Winthrop High School's student population of 241 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect - Compassion - Integrity - Responsibility - Cooperation
School Rankings
Winthrop 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 Winthrop High School is 0.17, 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
#165 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Ramblers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop High School's ranking?
Winthrop High School is ranked #165 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Winthrop High School often compared to?
Winthrop High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washburn District High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winthrop High School?
The graduation rate of Winthrop High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Winthrop High School?
241 students attend Winthrop High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Winthrop High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winthrop High School?
Winthrop High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Winthrop High School offer ?
Winthrop High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winthrop High School part of?
Winthrop High School is part of Winthrop School District.
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