Serving 355 students in grades 9-12, Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences's student population of 355 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences ranks within the top 20% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 512 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
4%
5%
White
88%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences's ranking?
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences is ranked #83 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences often compared to?
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Portland High School, Deering High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences?
The graduation rate of Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences?
355 students attend Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences?
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences offer ?
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences part of?
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences is part of Baxter Academy For Technology And Science School District.
In what neighborhood is Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences located?
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences is located in the Bayside neighborhood of Portland, ME.
School Reviews
2 3/22/2024
I find this school pleasing to participate in.
5 3/16/2017
Baxter is an innovative public charter school with emphasis on learning through hands on projects, including one day each week where highly motivated students work on a year long project of their own design. Starting with a freshman and sophomore class its first year, its outgrown its facility as it built up to to 9th through 12th grades and will be moving to a new site in Portland for more adequate accommodations. Dedicated teachers. My son (1st graduating class) thrived there. He's is now doing well in college, enrolled as an engineering major.
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