At a glance
Reported students
1,709
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
116
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Maine high enrollment
99th percentile
Compared with 115 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
675
Lewiston High School: 1,709 reported students.
State peer staffing position
93rd percentile
14.7:1 reported; state peer median 12:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,604
- Teachers (FTE)
- 114
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.1:1
What the reported data says about Lewiston High School
Lewiston High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Lewiston. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Lewiston Public Schools. NCES reports 1,709 students for 2024–25.
Among 115 high schools in Maine with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 396 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 99th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.7:1, above the Maine median of 12:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (44.5%) and White (43.5%). English learners represent 21.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 19.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lewiston High School
- 1How do the reported 14.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 116 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 21.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 19.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 57.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White43.5%
- Hispanic4.5%
- Black44.5%
- Asian1.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial5.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lewiston Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lewiston Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
744 reported students
Robert V. Connors Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
737 reported students
Montello School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
675 reported students
Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
572 reported students
Thomas J McMahon Elementary Sch
Elementary · Grades PK–06
474 reported students
Farwell Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
401 reported students
Public schools near Lewiston High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewiston Regional Technology Ctr Other · Lewiston Public Schools | Not reported | — | under 0.1 mi |
| Robert V. Connors Elementary School Elementary · Lewiston Public Schools | PK–06 | 737 | 0.2 mi |
| Farwell Elementary School Elementary · Lewiston Public Schools | PK–06 | 401 | 0.6 mi |
| Edward Little High School High · Auburn Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,045 | 1.6 mi |
| Oak Hill High School High · Rsu 04 | 09–12 | 408 | 7.8 mi |
| Lisbon High School High · Lisbon Public Schools | 09–12 | 396 | 9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lewiston High School
What grades does Lewiston High School serve?
Lewiston High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Lewiston Public Schools.
How many students attend Lewiston High School?
Lewiston High School reported 1,709 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 99th percentile among 115 Maine high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,604 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lewiston High School?
The calculated ratio is 14.7:1, based on 1,709 students and 116 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Maine median for the same school level is 12:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lewiston High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lewiston High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Lewiston Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lewiston High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
57.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lewiston High School in?
Lewiston High School is part of Lewiston Public Schools, based in Lewiston, ME, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lewiston High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lewiston Regional Technology Ctr (under 0.1 mi), Robert V. Connors Elementary School (0.2 mi), Farwell Elementary School (0.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.