FORT KENT COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

Fort Kent Community High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the MSAD 27 school district, located in Fort Kent, ME with about 252 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Fort Kent Community High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Fort Kent Community High School (FKCHS) is a public secondary school located in the small, northern Maine town of Fort Kent, situated near the Canadian border. As the primary high school for the community and surrounding areas, it serves a relatively small student population, fostering an environment where faculty and students are able to develop close-knit relationships. The school is known for being deeply integrated into the local culture of the St. John Valley, often emphasizing a sense of community pride and rural values.

Academically and extracurricularly, FKCHS offers a standard high school curriculum supplemented by opportunities that reflect its unique geographic location, including strong ties to the University of Maine at Fort Kent. The school is particularly noted for its robust athletic programs, which serve as a central social hub for the town. Despite its remote location, the school prioritizes preparing students for life beyond the valley, whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the local workforce, maintaining a reputation as a stable and supportive educational institution for the regional youth.

For more information, contact Fort Kent Community High School at (207) 834-5540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.