York High School is a public secondary school in York, Maine, United States.
Serving 498 students in grades 9-12, York High School ranks in the top 30% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: York High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in York, ME, encompassing approximately 131.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
York High School's student population of 498 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1889
Campus Size
small
School Motto
Home of the Wildcats!
School Rankings
York High School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of York 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
#148 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is York High School's ranking?
York High School is ranked #148 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are York High School often compared to?
York High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennebunk High School, Marshwood 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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of York High School?
The graduation rate of York High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend York High School?
498 students attend York High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of York High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York High School?
York High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does York High School offer ?
York High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is York High School part of?
York High School is part of York School District.
In what neighborhood is York High School located?
York High School is located in the Cape Neddick neighborhood of York, ME.
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