Serving 519 students in grades 9-12, Lake Region 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 75-79% (which is lower 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Region High School's student population of 519 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
519 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lake Region High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Region High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
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
4%
3%

Black
1%
5%

White
90%
86%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
33%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Region High School's ranking?
Lake Region High School is ranked #328 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Lake Region High School often compared to?
Lake Region High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Lake Region High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Region High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lake Region High School?
519 students attend Lake Region High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lake Region High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Region High School?
Lake Region High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lake Region High School offer ?
Lake Region High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lake Region High School part of?
Lake Region High School is part of RSU 61/MSAD 61 School District.
School Reviews
4 1/6/2020
I love this school but It could be better like how many people threaten me for no reason and stuff like that.
4 11/19/2018
School is very nice! l love many teachers. Fun class I like gym time!
5 9/12/2012
Its a every nice school and it have every nice facilities. :)
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