Regional School Unit 05

Regional School Unit 05 in Maine is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district has a strong overall performance, with several standout schools that rank among the top in the state.

Freeport High School is a consistent top performer, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking among the top 8 high schools in Maine over the past 3 years. The school has exceptional academic results, with over 70% of students proficient in ELA, Math, and Science - all above the state averages. Pownal Elementary School is another standout, ranking 2nd out of 288 Maine elementary schools and boasting an impressive 87.5% proficiency in ELA and 82.5% in Math. Freeport Middle School also ranks 7th out of 92 Maine middle schools, with strong academic performance across the board.

While the district as a whole outperforms the state averages in ELA, Math, and Science proficiency, there are some areas for improvement. All schools in the district have a chronic absenteeism rate of 23.4%, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, the free/reduced lunch rates and student-teacher ratios vary across the schools, indicating potential differences in student demographics and resource allocation that could impact academic outcomes. Overall, Regional School Unit 05 is providing a high-quality education to its students, with several standout schools leading the way.