Graduation rates in Washington County schools fell in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Maine Department of Education.
There were 169 students who received a diploma that year, which was 5.7% lower than the previous school year.
The students’ performance is higher than the statewide average of 87.3% recorded at the time.
Washington County had the third highest graduation rate in the state.
Maine’s graduation rate rebounded to 87%, reaching pre-pandemic highs, according to the latest data from the Maine Department of Education Data Warehouse. However, data shows a possible achievement gap, with white students graduating at a higher rate than students of color.
Graduation rate data may be slightly innacurate due to incomplete reporting from some schools.
| School Name | Cohort Size | Total Graduation |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Academy | 73 | 93.2% |
| Calais Middle/High School | 72 | 87.5% |
| Narraguagus High School | 46 | 82.6% |
