Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Rangeley Lakes Regional School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rangeley Lakes Regional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Rangeley Lakes Regional School's student population of 199 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Rangeley Lakes Regional School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rangeley Lakes Regional School is 0.13, 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
#97 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
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 Rangeley Lakes Regional School's ranking?
Rangeley Lakes Regional School is ranked #97 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Rangeley Lakes Regional School often compared to?
Rangeley Lakes Regional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Abram Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rangeley Lakes Regional School?
The graduation rate of Rangeley Lakes Regional School is 50%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Rangeley Lakes Regional School?
199 students attend Rangeley Lakes Regional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rangeley Lakes Regional School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rangeley Lakes Regional School?
Rangeley Lakes Regional School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rangeley Lakes Regional School offer ?
Rangeley Lakes Regional School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rangeley Lakes Regional School part of?
Rangeley Lakes Regional School is part of RSU 78 School District.
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