Serving 1,007 students in grades 9-12, Edward Little High School ranks in the top 50% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward Little High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Edward Little High School's student population of 1,007 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward Little High School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward Little High School is 0.35, which is more 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
#182 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
12%
5%
White
80%
87%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Little High School's ranking?
Edward Little High School is ranked #182 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Edward Little High School often compared to?
Edward Little High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewiston High School, Leavitt Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edward Little High School?
The graduation rate of Edward Little High School is 72%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Edward Little High School?
1,007 students attend Edward Little High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Edward Little High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward Little High School?
Edward Little High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward Little High School offer ?
Edward Little High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edward Little High School part of?
Edward Little High School is part of Auburn School District.
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