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Regional School Unit No. 16 (MSAD 16)

Poland Regional High School

  • C+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Poland, ME
  • 146 reviews
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Diversity
      C
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      C+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      C+
    8. Sports
      B-
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Poland Regional High School is a public school located in Poland, ME. It has 472 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1. According to state test scores, 32% of students are at least proficient in math and 57% in reading.
    Address
    1457 Maine Street
    Poland, ME 04274
    Telephone
    (207) 998-5400
    Website
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    57%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    32%
    Average Graduation Rate
    82%
    Average SAT
    1130
    67 responses
    Average ACT
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    AP Enrollment
    18%
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    Living in the Area
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      B-
    3. Housing
      B-
    Area Feel
    Rural
    Median Household Income
    $64,297
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $809
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $174,100
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.9 responses
    Poll
    67%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.9 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 20 responses
    Report
    • Winter carnival
      50%
    • Spirit Weeks
      20%
    • Gran Turismo
      15%
    • Homecoming
      5%
    • Pep rallies
      5%
    • Spirit Week
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    C
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    472
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    39%
    73%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
    55%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    10:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $47,936
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    7.9%
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.22 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.22 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.22 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $12,680/ year
    National
    $12,239
    78%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.23 responses
    22%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.23 responses
    61%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.23 responses
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    Teacher are amazing at Poland Regional. Many teachers are National Board Certified and come to class excited to teach. There are two teachers that have won teacher of the year (one in Androscogin county, the other Maine state). Most teachers are always looking for ways to help students succeed in any way they can. The administration, on the other hand, has failed to support students and faculty throughout the years. Protecting the school's reputation is constantly put before the school's needs. Unfortunately for the World Language department at Poland Regional, the only language classes taught in RSU 16 other than 4 years in high school is one semester of Spanish in 8th grade. This doesn't allow language students to complete high school at a language proficiency even close to that of students from nearby schools, even with the amazing foreign language staff. Overall, a great school. It's only limitation in becoming an amazing one is the administration that acts an an anchor.
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    Most things at this school are average. It would be nice to have more facilities to use other than a library and outdoor fields. Something like a pool or more outdoor courts. The food is okay but could be better and there could be a larger variety of food options rather then the same food rotations. The overall academics and teachers are average, I feel that you are being prepared for college pretty well but teachers have a lot of flexibility that would not be aloud in colleges like the time span you have to pass in work or having opportunities to redo assignments if you are not satisfied with your grade.
    At Poland Regional High School everyone feels supported, connected, and challenged by their teachers, peers, and the curriculum. As a freshman, I felt immediately accepted by everyone and this is probably attributed to the small size of the school and the classes in general. Teachers make an effort to know you for more than your grades and want to see you succeed. The school offers many opportunities for students to show leadership, take challenging courses, receive college credit, and be creative. They also make a point to allow students to participate in many things. During my time at PRHS I have participated in Varsity Field Hockey, Track & Field, Speech and Debate, Drama, Chorus, Band, Student Council, and several honors and AP Classes. This diversity for a student is not only accepted, but encouraged at Poland. Anyone attending the school is lucky to call Knight Nation their family and their home.