High Schools in Maine Academy of Natural Sciences

The Maine Academy of Natural Sciences is the sole high school located in this area, serving students in grades 9-12. With only one school in the data set, there are no direct comparisons to be made, but the performance and characteristics of the Maine Academy of Natural Sciences can still provide valuable insights.

The Maine Academy of Natural Sciences has shown impressive improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 109th out of 114 high schools in 2018-2019 to 32nd out of 123 high schools in 2022-2023. This suggests the school has made substantial progress in enhancing its academic performance and overall quality. The school excels in English Language Arts, with 73.53% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 64.63%. However, the school struggles in Mathematics and Science, with proficiency rates below the state averages, indicating an area for improvement.

Despite the school's academic strengths, it faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 45.1%, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the school serves a large population of economically disadvantaged students, with a free/reduced lunch rate of 60.69%. This may present unique challenges and require targeted support and resources to ensure these students have the necessary opportunities to succeed. Overall, the Maine Academy of Natural Sciences has made impressive strides, but addressing areas of concern, such as absenteeism and performance in Mathematics and Science, could further enhance the school's academic outcomes and student success.