Biddeford High School

Biddeford High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
20 Maplewood Ave,  Biddeford, ME
Biddeford Public Schools
3.6
3.2
738 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
17
Math Proficiency
87%
Reading Proficiency
77%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
C
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
87%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
63
Full Time Teachers
63
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
550
Verbal
570
Average ACT
17
Math
18
English
17
Reading
17
Science
14
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
29%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
22.9%
State Average
36.4%
Math
34%
State Average
48.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
245:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%
White
80.9%
Hispanic
6%
Black
5.9%
Two or more races
4.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.5%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Southern Maine 115 Students
University of Maine 87 Students
University of New England 75 Students
Southern Maine Community College 55 Students
University of New Hampshire 53 Students
Saint Joseph's College of Maine 53 Students
Boston University 50 Students
Husson University 46 Students
Bates College 32 Students
Bowdoin College 28 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 37 Students
Business 33 Students
Psychology 28 Students
Nursing 26 Students
Computer Science 19 Students
Criminology 14 Students
Education 13 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 12 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 10 Students
Accounting 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 88 Reviews
4.0 Junior
7/15/2025
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Biddeford high school. The facilities are average and the sports teams are hit or miss, but the teachers and administrators are always there for the students and they are a big part of our community.
5.0 Parent
3/7/2025
My overall experience with Biddeford High school was something I will forever be grateful for. I made lifetime friends and got very well educated.
3.0 Junior
2/22/2025
Very nice school with hard working teachers to help educate us youth and excel, very divisive school environment, and everyone is welcome
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 6 Reviews
4.0 student
5/22/2014
Biddeford high school has done a complete 180 with the new principal. Mr. Sirois is involved to a point where he can walk down the hall and know every study by name. He is at the school at 6am and doesn't leave until well after school ends. I feel with the new building and the amazing support he giv...
4.0 parent
5/3/2011
I've had the experience of 4 children going to BHS, one that graduated with honors. I've worked in this school. We moved unfortunately and the other 3 went to school elsewhere. Comparing the school they go to now with BHS, there is no comparison. The passion and commitment the teachers have at BHS g...
1.0 parent
6/20/2010
My daughter graduated from Biddeford high school and I feel that it's not a very good school.We moved to Saco because we didn't want our other children to have to go there.It has a 5.0 gpa..what a joke.The school does not recognize the acomplishments of the students.Would not recommend this school t...
3.0 student
5/13/2010
The building itself is dilapidated, and currently under a renovation. However, I think the teachers are what make the school. I have found many to be helpful and encouraging. I personally blame the superintendent for letting the school get so badly damaged.

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Biddeford High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Biddeford, ME, in the Biddeford neighborhood, and is served by the Biddeford Public Schools in Maine. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 738 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 87% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 77% are proficient in reading. Biddeford High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 17. The average home value in this area is $646,520. Discover additional schools in the area, like Thornton Academy, Cornerstone Baptist Academy, Greater Portland Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Biddeford has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Biddeford High School.

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