Serving 128 students in grades 6-12, Katahdin Middle/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 35-39% (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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katahdin Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Katahdin Middle/high School's student population of 128 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Katahdin Middle/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 Katahdin Middle/high School is 0.08, 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
#269 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
White
96%
85%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katahdin Middle/high School's ranking?
Katahdin Middle/high School is ranked #269 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Katahdin Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Katahdin Middle/high School is 80%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Katahdin Middle/high School?
128 students attend Katahdin Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Katahdin Middle/high School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katahdin Middle/high School?
Katahdin Middle/high School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Katahdin Middle/high School offer ?
Katahdin Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Katahdin Middle/high School part of?
Katahdin Middle/high School is part of RSU 89 School District.
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