Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, Robert W Traip Academy ranks in the top 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 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert W Traip Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert W Traip Academy's student population of 279 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert W Traip Academy 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 Robert W Traip Academy is 0.29, 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
#224 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
84%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Robert W Traip Academy's ranking?
Robert W Traip Academy is ranked #224 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Robert W Traip Academy often compared to?
Robert W Traip Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Marshwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert W Traip Academy?
The graduation rate of Robert W Traip Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Robert W Traip Academy?
279 students attend Robert W Traip Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Robert W Traip Academy students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert W Traip Academy?
Robert W Traip Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert W Traip Academy offer ?
Robert W Traip Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Robert W Traip Academy part of?
Robert W Traip Academy is part of Kittery School District.
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