Excellent
#64 of 542 schools in ME
Top 12% in state
York High School
High School · York Public Schools
1 Robert Stevens Drive, York, ME 03909
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#64 of 542
In York
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
York Public Schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About York High School
York High School is a public high school in York, ME, part of York Public Schools. York High School serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. York High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #64 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for York High School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, York 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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York High School — Students at York High School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 88%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.2%
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: 7.6/10.
How York High School Compares
See how York 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
1 Robert Stevens Drive, York, ME 03909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Portsmouth High School (rated 8.7/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wells High School (rated 8.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Wells), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marshwood High School (rated 6.7/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby South Berwick), a more accessible option. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal Ridge Elementary York | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Village Elementary School-York York | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| York Middle School York | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIXHAM MONTESSORI FRIENDS SCHOOL York | 2.6 mi | — |
| Horace Mitchell Primary School Kittery Point | 6.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Shapleigh School Kittery | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Maude H. Trefethen School New Castle | 7.5 mi | — |
| Robert W Traip Academy Kittery | 7.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Little Harbour School Portsmouth | 8.7 mi | 8.9 |
| PEEP School - Pre School Program Portsmouth | 8.7 mi | — |
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 8.7 mi | 8.8 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot | 8.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot | 8.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 9.5 mi | 8.7 |
| New Franklin School Portsmouth | 9.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Marshwood Middle School Eliot | 8.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Wells Elementary School Wells | 11.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Wells High School Wells | 11.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Wells Junior High School Wells | 11.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Marshwood High School South Berwick | 9.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,889
Median Home Value
$589,400
Median Rent
$1,438/mo
Population
11,021
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
51.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maine Virtual Academy Augusta, ME | 8.0 |
| Orono High School Orono, ME | 8.0 |
| Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences Portland, ME | 7.9 |
| Cape Elizabeth High School Cape Elizabeth, ME | 8.1 |
| Freeport High School Freeport, ME | 8.1 |
| Falmouth High School Falmouth, ME | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York High School
What grades does York High School serve?
York High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend York High School?
York High School has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York High School?
The student-teacher ratio at York High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does York High School rank in ME?
York High School ranks #64 of 542 schools in ME.
What is York High School's MySchoolScout rating?
York High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 York High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York High School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is York High School a charter school?
No, York High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York High School a Title I school?
No, York High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York High School?
14.2% of students at York 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
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (207) 363-3621
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
York Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,511
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,422
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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