Serving 331 students in grades 7-12, Narraguagus High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Narraguagus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Narraguagus High School's student population of 331 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Narraguagus 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 Narraguagus High School is 0.28, 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
#387 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Narraguagus High School's ranking?
Narraguagus High School is ranked #387 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Narraguagus High School often compared to?
Narraguagus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonesport-beals High School, Machias Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Narraguagus High School?
The graduation rate of Narraguagus High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Narraguagus High School?
331 students attend Narraguagus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Narraguagus High School students are White, 14% 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 Narraguagus High School?
Narraguagus High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Narraguagus High School offer ?
Narraguagus High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Narraguagus High School part of?
Narraguagus High School is part of RSU 37/MSAD 37 School District.
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