Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Houlton High School 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 80-84% (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 16:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houlton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Houlton High School's student population of 387 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houlton 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 Houlton High School is 0.28, which is more 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
#254 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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 Houlton High School's ranking?
Houlton High School is ranked #254 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Houlton High School often compared to?
Houlton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Kent Community High School, Presque Isle High School, Houlton Junior 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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houlton High School?
The graduation rate of Houlton High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Houlton High School?
387 students attend Houlton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Houlton High School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houlton High School?
Houlton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Houlton High School offer ?
Houlton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Houlton High School part of?
Houlton High School is part of RSU 29/MSAD 29 School District.
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