Serving 707 students in grades 9-12, Kennebunk High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennebunk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kennebunk High School's student population of 707 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Bunky The Ram
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Kennebunk High School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennebunk High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#182 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
91%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennebunk High School's ranking?
Kennebunk High School is ranked #182 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Kennebunk High School often compared to?
Kennebunk High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wells High School, York High School, Noble High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennebunk High School?
The graduation rate of Kennebunk High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kennebunk High School?
707 students attend Kennebunk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kennebunk High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennebunk High School?
Kennebunk High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kennebunk High School offer ?
Kennebunk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennebunk High School part of?
Kennebunk High School is part of RSU 21 School District.
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