For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 225 students in Howland, ME.
The top-ranked public schools in Howland, ME are Hichborn Middle School and Penobscot Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Howland, ME public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Howland have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Howland, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hichborn Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23 Cross Street
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3113
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3113
Gr: 6-8 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Penobscot Valley High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23 Cross Street
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3111
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3111
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Howland, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Howland, ME include Hichborn Middle School and Penobscot Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Howland?
2 public schools are located in Howland.
What is the racial composition of students in Howland?
Howland public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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