Wells High School
415 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Wells High School, located at 200 Sanford Road in Wells, Maine, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community as part of the Wells-Ogunquit Community School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a range of college preparatory courses, honors-level curriculum, and various extracurricular activities. As a hub for the community, the school emphasizes both academic rigor and character development, fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to engage deeply with their studies and participate in school life.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Wells High School is known for maintaining a strong sense of school spirit and community involvement. Students have access to a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and clubs that aim to develop well-rounded individuals. The school benefits from its location in coastal Maine, often leveraging the local environment to enhance its educational programming. By prioritizing a balance of traditional instruction and modern skill-building, Wells High School strives to equip its diverse student body with the necessary tools to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Wells High School is known for maintaining a strong sense of school spirit and community involvement. Students have access to a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and clubs that aim to develop well-rounded individuals. The school benefits from its location in coastal Maine, often leveraging the local environment to enhance its educational programming. By prioritizing a balance of traditional instruction and modern skill-building, Wells High School strives to equip its diverse student body with the necessary tools to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.
415
Total Students
35.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 373 |
| Hispanic | 13 |
| Black | 9 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White373 (89.9 %)
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Hispanic13 (3.1 %)
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Asian11 (2.7 %)
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Black9 (2.2 %)
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Two or More8 (1.9 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Wells-Ogunquit CSD |
| Phone: | (207)646-7011 |
| Website: | http://whs.k12wocsd.net/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 415 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 35.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 51 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 23 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
96
Grade 10
116
Grade 11
93
Grade 12
110
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 96 |
| Grade 10 | 116 |
| Grade 11 | 93 |
| Grade 12 | 110 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 184 | 44.3% |
| Male | 231 | 55.7% |
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