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#353 of 542 schools in ME
Searsport District High School
High School · RSU 20
24 Mortland Road, Searsport, ME 04974
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#353 of 542
In Searsport
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
RSU 20
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Searsport District High School
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About Searsport District High School
Searsport District High School is a public high school in Searsport, ME, part of RSU 20. Searsport District High School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Searsport District High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Searsport District High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Searsport District High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Searsport District High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Searsport District High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Searsport District High School — Students at Searsport District High School score 74% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 9.1/10.
How Searsport District High School Compares
See how Searsport District 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
24 Mortland Road, Searsport, ME 04974
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Searsport District High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bucksport High School (rated 7.2/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Bucksport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belfast Area High School (rated 6.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Belfast), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Searsport, see our Searsport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Searsport District Middle School Searsport | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Searsport Elementary Searsport | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| East Belfast School Belfast | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport | 6.1 mi | 5.6 |
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Kermit S Nickerson School Swanville | 5.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Captain Albert W. Stevens School Belfast | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Belfast Area High School Belfast | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Troy A Howard Middle School Belfast | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Adams School Castine | 8.0 mi | 8.0 |
| REACH SCHOOL Bucksport | 10.0 mi | — |
| BUCKSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bucksport | 10.0 mi | — |
| G Herbert Jewett School Bucksport | 10.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Monroe Elementary School Monroe | 11.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Bucksport High School Bucksport | 10.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Brooksville Elementary School Brooksville | 9.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Samuel L Wagner Middle School Winterport | 12.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Miles Lane School Bucksport | 10.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Leroy H Smith School Winterport | 12.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Bucksport Middle School Bucksport | 11.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04974 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,283
Median Home Value
$242,200
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
2,649
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
64.8%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Deer Isle-Stonington High Sch Deer Isle, ME | 6.0 |
| Telstar High School Bethel, ME | 5.3 |
| Washburn District High School Washburn, ME | 6.3 |
| LEE ACADEMY Lee, ME | 6.4 |
| Machias Memorial High School Machias, ME | 4.8 |
| CARRABASSETT VALLEY ACADEMY Carrabassett Valley, ME | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Searsport District High School
What grades does Searsport District High School serve?
Searsport District High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Searsport District High School?
Searsport District High School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Searsport District High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Searsport District High School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Searsport District High School rank in ME?
Searsport District High School ranks #353 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Searsport District High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Searsport District High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Searsport District High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Searsport District High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Searsport District High School a charter school?
No, Searsport District High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Searsport District High School a Title I school?
No, Searsport District High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Searsport District High School?
59.2% of students at Searsport District 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
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.0%
- Phone
- (207) 548-2313
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
RSU 20- District Enrollment
- 435
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,248
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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