Robert William Traip Academy is a public high school located in Kittery, Maine. It serves the towns of Kittery and Kittery Point, Maine. It is adjacent to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. The principal is Jane Durgin, as of July 1, 2023.
Serving 294 students in grades 9-12, Robert W Traip Academy 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 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
Robert W Traip Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Robert W Traip Academy's student population of 294 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Robert W Traip Academy 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 Robert W Traip Academy is 0.38, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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
4%
1%
Hispanic
10%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
78%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert W Traip Academy's ranking?
Robert W Traip Academy is ranked #305 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Robert W Traip Academy often compared to?
Robert W Traip Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford High School, Marshwood High School, Wells High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Robert W Traip Academy?
The graduation rate of Robert W Traip Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Robert W Traip Academy?
294 students attend Robert W Traip Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Robert W Traip Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert W Traip Academy?
Robert W Traip Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert W Traip Academy offer ?
Robert W Traip Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert W Traip Academy part of?
Robert W Traip Academy is part of Kittery School District.
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