Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, Washburn District 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 60-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is lower than 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn District High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Washburn District High School's student population of 83 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washburn District 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 Washburn District High School is 0.22, 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
#474 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
88%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Washburn District High School's ranking?
Washburn District High School is ranked #474 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Washburn District High School often compared to?
Washburn District High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur R. Gould Sch--lcydc, Madawaska Middle/high School, Winthrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn District High School?
The graduation rate of Washburn District High School is 80%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Washburn District High School?
83 students attend Washburn District High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Washburn District High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn District High School?
Washburn District High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washburn District High School offer ?
Washburn District High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washburn District High School part of?
Washburn District High School is part of RSU 45/MSAD 45 School District.
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