TELSTAR HIGH SCHOOL

Telstar High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the RSU 44/MSAD 44 school district, located in Bethel, ME with about 199 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 15 teachers, Telstar 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.

Telstar High School, located in the scenic town of Bethel, Maine, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding rural communities within the Maine School Administrative District 44 (MSAD 44). Known for its small-school atmosphere, the institution emphasizes a supportive learning environment where faculty and staff focus on personalized instruction to meet the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of its student body. The school is deeply integrated into the culture of the Western Maine mountains, often leveraging its unique location to incorporate outdoor education and community-based projects into its curriculum.

In addition to its core academic programs, Telstar High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and vocational opportunities. The school is well-regarded for fostering a tight-knit community where students are encouraged to pursue their individual interests, whether in the arts, sports, or career-technical education. By maintaining strong partnerships with local organizations and residents, Telstar aims to prepare its graduates not only for post-secondary education and the workforce but also to be active, contributing members of their local community.

For more information, contact Telstar High School at (207) 824-2136 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.