Gorham Public Schools

The Gorham Public Schools district in Maine consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district is known for its consistently high-performing schools, with several standout institutions that have earned top rankings in the state.

Gorham High School is the district's shining star, ranked 15th out of 123 Maine high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. With an impressive 94.9% four-year graduation rate and a relatively low 17.5% chronic absenteeism rate, Gorham High School sets the bar for academic excellence. Similarly, Gorham Middle School has maintained a top 15 ranking among Maine middle schools for the past 3 years, demonstrating a sustained commitment to quality education.

Among the elementary schools, Great Falls Elementary stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio of 11.6 and a relatively low 11.0% chronic absenteeism rate. While the district's schools share a predominantly white student population, the data reveals some variations in performance metrics, suggesting areas for potential improvement, such as addressing the relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, especially at the middle school level. Overall, the Gorham Public Schools district is a shining example of educational excellence, with a strong track record of academic achievement and a commitment to providing a high-quality learning environment for all students.