Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Robert W Traip Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert W Traip Academy's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert W Traip Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert W Traip Academy is 0.24, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 508 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
87%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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 #7 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert W Traip Academy?
The graduation rate of Robert W Traip Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%.
How many students attend Robert W Traip Academy?
275 students attend Robert W Traip Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Robert W Traip Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 9:1, 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
What school district is Robert W Traip Academy part of?
Robert W Traip Academy is part of Kittery Public Schools School District.
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