Winthrop High School

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Winthrop High School ranks 31 st of 123 Maine high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Winthrop High School is a public high school serving grades 9-12 in Winthrop, Maine, with a student population of 221. The school consistently ranks among the top high schools in the state, outperforming many nearby schools in academic metrics and providing a quality education to its students.

Winthrop High School's academic performance is impressive, with 66.67% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, 46.88% in Mathematics, and 46.34% in Science, all exceeding the state averages. The school's four-year graduation rate of 84.7% is also higher than the state average. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 20.2% is still an area for improvement, though it has decreased from the previous year. Winthrop High School's student-teacher ratio of 11.4 is lower than the state average, which may contribute to its strong academic results.

In comparison to nearby schools, Winthrop High School stands out. For example, its English Language Arts proficiency rate of 66.67% is significantly higher than the 54.3% at Cony High School, the largest nearby school. Winthrop High School also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate compared to schools like Oak Hill High School (43.4%) and Maine Virtual Academy (52.28%). However, the school's student population is predominantly white (92.31%) and has a lower percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (26.7%) compared to the state average, suggesting a less diverse socioeconomic population.

Detail:

Public 9-12

211 Rambler Road
Winthrop, ME 04364

(207) 377-2228

District: Winthrop Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
31^st of 123 Maine High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $20,704

Feeder schools for Winthrop High School:

Elementary:	Winthrop Grade School
Middle:	Winthrop Middle School

Student/teacher ratio: 11.4

Number of students: 221

Racial breakdown:

White:

92.3%

African American:

3.2%

Hispanic:

2.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 26.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Winthrop High School ranks better than 74.8% of high schools in Maine. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 57.56. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Winthrop High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (92.3%), African American (3.2%), Hispanic (2.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 26.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Winthrop High School is 11.4. (See more...)

Compare Winthrop High School employs 19.3 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Winthrop High School is $20,704.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Winthrop High School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks Winthrop High School 31^st of 123 Maine public high schools. (See Winthrop High School in the ranking list.)

Winthrop Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Winthrop Public Schools 62^nd of 177 Maine school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Winthrop High School

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Rank History for all students at Winthrop High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	ME State Percentile
2010	78.25	16^th	103	84.5%
2011	79.81	16^th	105	84.8%
2012	65.47	27^th	107	74.8%
2013	64.18	22^nd	106	79.2%
2016	65.38	25^th	111	77.5%
2017	81.09	18^th	111	83.8%
2018	65.19	25^th	114	78.1%
2019	45.76	46^th	114	59.6%
2022	55.84	53^rd	98	45.9%
2023	57.56	31^st	123	74.8%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Winthrop High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	ME State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	61.19	28^th	76	63.2%

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Rank History for Female students at Winthrop High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	ME State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	47.89	39^th	92	57.6%

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Rank History for Male students at Winthrop High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	ME State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	34.21	56^th	92	39.1%

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Data source: test scores: Maine Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Maine Department of Education

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Saturday, December 21, 2013

Teachers are amazing and personable, students are friendly and intriguing. Classes are easy to understand, yet not juvenile. Library, full of amazing books and resources. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Winthrop High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2004	335	4	3	0	0	n/a	n/a	342
2005	332	5	5	0	1	n/a	n/a	343
2006	303	3	6	2	0	n/a	n/a	314
2007	313	4	8	1	0	n/a	n/a	326
2008	291	4	6	1	0	n/a	n/a	302
2009	259	2	4	2	0	n/a	n/a	267
2010	244	2	4	2	0	n/a	n/a	252
2011	231	2	0	4	5	0	0	242
2012	223	1	1	4	0	0	1	230
2013	262	1	1	3	0	1	1	269
2014	235	1	0	2	0	1	0	239
2015	235	2	1	4	0	1	0	243
2016	233	7	2	5	1	0	0	248
2017	247	6	2	5	0	1	0	261
2018	221	6	2	5	0	1	1	236
2019	217	4	5	5	0	1	1	233
2020	219	3	5	2	0	1	0	230
2021	200	4	2	3	0	0	3	212
2022	217	5	2	3	0	0	2	229
2023	204	7	2	5	0	0	3	221

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Winthrop High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2004	342	27.6	12.4	11.4
2005	343	31.6	10.9	n/a
2006	314	30.6	10.3	n/a
2007	326	26.7	12.2	29.4
2008	302	34.3	8.8	25.8
2009	267	25.2	10.1	29.2
2010	252	24.4	10.3	29.8
2011	242	19.8	12.2	30.6
2012	230	20.2	11.3	4.8
2013	269	23.2	11.5	30.5
2014	239	22.3	10.6	26.8
2015	243	20.0	12.1	28.4
2016	248	22.0	11.2	35.5
2017	261	23.3	11.2	37.9
2018	236	22.9	10.3	31.8
2019	233	23.0	10.1	29.6
2020	230	20.5	11.2	30.9
2021	212	20.1	10.5	28.8
2022	229	20.1	11.3	33.6
2023	221	19.3	11.4	26.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Winthrop High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2004	342	27.6	12.4	11.4
2005	343	31.6	10.9	n/a
2006	314	30.6	10.3	n/a
2007	326	26.7	12.2	29.4
2008	302	34.3	8.8	25.8
2009	267	25.2	10.1	29.2
2010	252	24.4	10.3	29.8
2011	242	19.8	12.2	30.6
2012	230	20.2	11.3	4.8
2013	269	23.2	11.5	30.5
2014	239	22.3	10.6	26.8
2015	243	20.0	12.1	28.4
2016	248	22.0	11.2	35.5
2017	261	23.3	11.2	37.9
2018	236	22.9	10.3	31.8
2019	233	23.0	10.1	29.6
2020	230	20.5	11.2	30.9
2021	212	20.1	10.5	28.8
2022	229	20.1	11.3	33.6
2023	221	19.3	11.4	26.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Winthrop High School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2018	$14,826
2019	$15,699
2020	$15,897
2021	$21,596
2022	$17,947
2023	$20,704

Data source: Maine Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Winthrop High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 46^th of 114 High schools	Ranks 31^st of 123 High schools	15.1%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	233	221	5.2%
African American	4	7	75%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	5	2	60%
Hispanic	5	5
Pacific Islander	1	0	100%
White	217	204	6%
Two or More Races	1	3	200%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	29.6%	26.7%	2.9%

Schools Near Winthrop High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				MEA English Language Arts (2023)	MEA Mathematics (2023)	MEA Science (2023)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MEA English Language Arts All Grades	MEA Mathematics All Grades	MEA Science All Grades	Total
Winthrop High School	Public	9-12	211 Rambler Road	Winthrop	04364	Kennebec County	Winthrop Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(207) 377-2228	221	19	11.4	26.7%	204 (92.3%)	7 (3.2%)	5 (2.3%)	2 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.4%)	57.6	31^st of 123 public high schools	74.8%		55.8	53^rd of 98 public high schools	45.9%	22	66.7	46.9	46.3	$20,704
Monmouth Academy	Public	9-12	96 Academy Road	Monmouth	04259	Kennebec County	Regional School Unit 02	No	No	No	No	(207) 933-4416	191	20	9.7	28.8%	176 (92.1%)	2 (1.0%)	6 (3.1%)	1 (0.5%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (2.6%)	52.3	38^th of 123 public high schools	69.1%					(n/a)	65.8	36.8	48.7	$19,892
Maranacook Community High School	Public	9-12	2250 Millard Harrison Drive	Readfield	04355	Kennebec County	Regional School Unit 38	No	No	No	No	(207) 685-4923	355	33	10.6	11.3%	339 (95.5%)	2 (0.6%)	5 (1.4%)	4 (1.1%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.1%)	45.3	47^th of 123 public high schools	61.8%		51.2	58^th of 98 public high schools	40.8%	11	62.1	46.3	36.6	$18,453
Hall-Dale Middle and High School	Public	6-12	97 Maple ST	Farmingdale	04344	Kennebec County	Regional School Unit 02	No	No	No	No	(207) 622-6211	522	47	11.1	30.8%	485 (92.9%)	5 (1.0%)	10 (1.9%)	9 (1.7%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	11 (2.1%)	59.5	29^th of 123 public high schools	76.4%		59.5	44^th of 98 public high schools	55.1%	15	72.9	42.4	46.0	$16,910
Maine Virtual Academy	Public, Virtual, Charter	7-12	6 East Chestnut Street	Augusta	04330	Kennebec County	Maine Virtual Academy	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	(207) 613-8900	438	34	13.0	52.3%	376 (85.8%)	0 (0.0%)	32 (7.3%)	2 (0.5%)	6 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (5.0%)	29.4	86^th of 123 public high schools	30.1%		66.3	30^th of 98 public high schools	69.4%	56	57.6	28.9	38.0	$11,334
Gardiner Area High School	Public	9-12	40 West Hill Road	Gardiner	04345	Kennebec County	Regional School Unit 11/Maine School Admin District 11	No	No	No	No	(207) 582-3150	621	51	12.0	35.3%	583 (93.9%)	8 (1.3%)	18 (2.9%)	5 (0.8%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.2%)	4 (0.6%)	35.7	75^th of 123 public high schools	39.0%		48.8	60^th of 98 public high schools	38.8%	15	60.2	41.4	32.9	$16,283
Cony	Public	9-12	60 Pierce Drive	Augusta	04330	Kennebec County	Augusta Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(207) 626-2460	685	45	15.3	39.6%	631 (92.1%)	9 (1.3%)	20 (2.9%)	6 (0.9%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (2.3%)	21.2	103^rd of 123 public high schools	16.3%		18.9	91^st of 98 public high schools	7.1%	12	54.3	36.0	27.4	$14,537
Maine Arts Academy School	Public, Charter	9-12	310 Cony Road	Augusta	04330	Kennebec County	Maine Arts Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(207) 480-7917	225	14	15.8	23.1%	205 (91.1%)	1 (0.4%)	9 (4.0%)	1 (0.4%)	3 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (2.7%)	54.2	35^th of 123 public high schools	71.5%					(n/a)	79.4	31.2	39.6	$11,742
Oak Hill High School	Public	9-12	56 School Road	Wales	04280	Androscoggin County	Regional School Unit 04	No	No	No	No	(207) 375-4950	404	35	11.4	35.1%	379 (93.8%)	2 (0.5%)	12 (3.0%)	6 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.2%)	19.4	108^th of 123 public high schools	12.2%		58.7	46^th of 98 public high schools	53.1%	62	40.2	18.9	36.8	$18,919
Leavitt Area High School	Public	9-12	21 Matthews Way	Turner	04282	Androscoggin County	Regional School Unit 52/Maine School Admin District 52	No	No	No	No	(207) 225-1100	561	50	11.2	23.4%	528 (94.1%)	6 (1.1%)	21 (3.7%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (0.9%)	60.3	27^th of 123 public high schools	78.0%		82.2	12^th of 98 public high schools	87.8%	15	76.2	38.5	44.7	$16,728

Frequently Asked Questions about Winthrop High School

How many students attend Winthrop High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 221 students attended Winthrop High School.

Is Winthrop High School a good school?

Winthrop High School ranks 31^st of 123 Maine high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What schools feed into Winthrop High School?

Winthrop High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Winthrop Grade School
Middle : Winthrop Middle School

What district is Winthrop High School in?

Winthrop Public Schools

What is the racial makeup of Winthrop High School?

Students at Winthrop High School are 92% White, 3% African American, 2% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races.

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