Serving 427 students in grades 9-12, Spruce Mountain High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spruce Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Spruce Mountain High School's student population of 427 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Spruce Mountain High School ranks within the top 20% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spruce Mountain High School is 0.12, 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
#83 out of 512 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Spruce Mountain High School's ranking?
Spruce Mountain High School is ranked #83 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Spruce Mountain High School often compared to?
Spruce Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Blue High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spruce Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Spruce Mountain High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Spruce Mountain High School?
427 students attend Spruce Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Spruce Mountain High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spruce Mountain High School?
Spruce Mountain High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spruce Mountain High School offer ?
Spruce Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spruce Mountain High School part of?
Spruce Mountain High School is part of RSU 73 School District.
In what neighborhood is Spruce Mountain High School located?
Spruce Mountain High School is located in the Chisholm neighborhood of Jay, ME. There are 2 other public schools located in Chisholm.
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