GORHAM HIGH SCHOOL
Gorham High School is a public high school that is part of the Gorham Public Schools school district, located in Gorham, ME with about 829 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Gorham High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Gorham High School, located at 41 Morrill Avenue in Gorham, Maine, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community. As a public high school, it is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a balanced environment that integrates rigorous core subjects with a variety of elective offerings, fostering both intellectual growth and critical thinking skills among its diverse student body.
Beyond the classroom, Gorham High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through an array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs. These programs are designed to promote school spirit, leadership, and personal development, allowing students to explore their interests outside of traditional coursework. By maintaining a focus on community values and collaborative learning, the school aims to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and become responsible, contributing members of society.
For more information, contact Gorham High School at (207) 222-1100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Gorham, ME 04038
(207) 222-1100
GORHAM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Gorham, ME with about 829 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maine
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Gorham Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 829
- Teachers:
- 61.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 829 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GORHAM HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.
- White
- 91.8%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- Two or more races
- 1.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.9%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.