Summary:
Regional School Unit 29/Maine School Admin District 29 is a school district in northern Maine that serves 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district faces some academic and socioeconomic challenges, but a few standout schools have shown stronger performance.
Houlton High School had a 87.8% four-year graduation rate in 2023-2024, but its academic performance, particularly in math, lags behind the district and state averages. In contrast, Houlton Southside School, an elementary school, stands out for its relatively strong academic performance, with 67.78% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 43.77% in math, exceeding the district and state averages. Houlton Junior High School has also shown consistent academic performance, with English Language Arts proficiency rates above the district and state averages.
The district faces some challenges, including high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 23.4% across all schools, and high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, from 59.39% at Houlton Southside School to 73.1% at Houlton Junior High School. These socioeconomic factors may be contributing to the academic performance issues observed, particularly at the high school level. The district could benefit from targeted interventions and support to address these challenges and ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.
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