Serving 91 students in grades 9-12, Washburn District 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is lower 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 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn District High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Washburn District High School's student population of 91 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washburn District 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 Washburn District 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
#481 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Black
1%
5%
White
90%
85%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn District High School's ranking?
Washburn District High School is ranked #481 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Washburn District High School often compared to?
Washburn District High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur R. Gould School--lcydc, Madawaska Middle/high School, Winthrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn District High School?
The graduation rate of Washburn District High School is 80%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Washburn District High School?
91 students attend Washburn District High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Washburn District High School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washburn District High School?
Washburn District High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washburn District High School offer ?
Washburn District High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washburn District High School part of?
Washburn District High School is part of RSU 45/MSAD 45 School District.
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