Serving 233 students in grades 6-12, Stearns Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). 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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stearns Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Stearns Jr-sr High School's student population of 233 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Stearns Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stearns Jr-sr High School is 0.14, 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
#269 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stearns Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Stearns Jr-sr High School is ranked #269 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Stearns Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Stearns Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schenck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% 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 Stearns Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Stearns Jr-sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Stearns Jr-sr High School?
233 students attend Stearns Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Stearns Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stearns Jr-sr High School?
Stearns Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stearns Jr-sr High School offer ?
Stearns Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stearns Jr-sr High School part of?
Stearns Jr-sr High School is part of Millinocket School District.
School Reviews
3 12/21/2020
There are lots of things I was never taught which really has affected my future learning, however, a lot of the staff there really do care about your child. There just needs to be some different teaching techniques implemented.
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