Average
#225 of 542 schools in ME
Top 41% in state
Belfast Area High School
High School · RSU 71
25 Lions Way, Belfast, ME 04915
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#225 of 542
In Belfast
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
RSU 71
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Belfast Area High School
Belfast Area High School is a public high school in Belfast, ME, part of RSU 71. Belfast Area High School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Belfast Area High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Belfast Area High School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Belfast Area High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Belfast Area High School — Students at Belfast Area High School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Belfast Area High School Compares
See how Belfast Area High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
25 Lions Way, Belfast, ME 04915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belfast Area High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ames Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Searsmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monroe Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adams School (rated 8.0/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Castine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belfast, see our Belfast schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Albert W. Stevens School Belfast | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| East Belfast School Belfast | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Troy A Howard Middle School Belfast | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Kermit S Nickerson School Swanville | 6.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Searsport Elementary Searsport | 5.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Searsport District High School Searsport | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Searsport District Middle School Searsport | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Gladys Weymouth Elem School Morrill | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincolnville Central School Lincolnville | 10.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Morse Memorial School Brooks | 10.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Monroe Elementary School Monroe | 12.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Islesboro Central School Islesboro | 12.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Ames Elementary School Searsmont | 10.0 mi | 8.5 |
| WAYFINDER SCHOOLS Camden | 15.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Adams School Castine | 11.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden | 15.2 mi | 7.1 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Camden | 15.4 mi | — |
| ASHWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Rockport | 16.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,083
Median Home Value
$261,900
Median Rent
$1,009/mo
Population
9,030
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
53.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marshwood High School South Berwick, ME | 6.7 |
| Yarmouth High School Yarmouth, ME | 6.7 |
| GEORGE STEVENS ACADEMY Blue Hill, ME | 6.6 |
| Hermon High School Hermon, ME | 6.6 |
| WASHINGTON ACADEMY East Machias, ME | 6.6 |
| Hall-Dale Middle and High School Farmingdale, ME | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belfast Area High School
What grades does Belfast Area High School serve?
Belfast Area High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Belfast Area High School?
Belfast Area High School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belfast Area High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belfast Area High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belfast Area High School rank in ME?
Belfast Area High School ranks #225 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Belfast Area High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belfast Area High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Belfast Area High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belfast Area High School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Belfast Area High School a charter school?
No, Belfast Area High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belfast Area High School a Title I school?
No, Belfast Area High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belfast Area High School?
40.4% of students at Belfast Area High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (207) 338-1790
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
RSU 71- District Enrollment
- 1,418
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,807
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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