Serving 425 students in grades 9-12, Spruce Mountain 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 30-34% (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 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spruce Mountain High School's student population of 425 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Spruce Mountain 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 Spruce Mountain High School is 0.12, which is less 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
#307 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
94%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spruce Mountain High School's ranking?
Spruce Mountain High School is ranked #307 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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?
30-34% 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 Spruce Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Spruce Mountain High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Spruce Mountain High School?
425 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 Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 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 13:1, 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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