Telstar High School is a high school located in Bethel, Maine, in the United States as part of Maine School Administrative District 44.
Serving 168 students in grades 9-12, Telstar High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telstar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Telstar High School's student population of 168 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
White, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Rebel Pride
School Rankings
Telstar High School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telstar High School is 0.10, 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
#185 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebel Pride
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telstar High School's ranking?
Telstar High School is ranked #185 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Telstar High School often compared to?
Telstar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, Sacopee Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Telstar High School?
The graduation rate of Telstar High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Telstar High School?
168 students attend Telstar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Telstar High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Telstar High School?
Telstar High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Telstar High School offer ?
Telstar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telstar High School part of?
Telstar High School is part of RSU 44/MSAD 44 School District.
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